2008 Acura RDX vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2008 Acura RDX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante would be higher. At 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante. (210 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 165 kg more than 2008 Acura RDX.
Because 2008 Acura RDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura RDX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Acura RDX (353 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante. (325 Nm). This means 2008 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura RDX | 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
Make | Acura | Mitsubishi |
Model | RDX | Diamante |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 3490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 325 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |