2007 Jeep Patriot vs. 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2007 Jeep Patriot is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante (238 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Patriot. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Patriot.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jeep Patriot. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jeep Patriot. 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante has automatic transmission and 2007 Jeep Patriot has manual transmission. 2007 Jeep Patriot will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Patriot | 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
| Make | Jeep | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Patriot | Diamante |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2730 mm |
