2008 Dodge Charger vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2008 Dodge Charger is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante would be higher. At 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Charger (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante. (238 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Because 2008 Dodge Charger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Dodge Charger (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Charger | 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
Model | Charger | Diamante |
Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6059 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 425 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2730 mm |