2008 Fiat Stilo vs. 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2008 Fiat Stilo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante would be higher. At 2,971 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 285 kg more than 2008 Fiat Stilo.
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, 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Stilo. (221 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Stilo. 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Stilo has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Stilo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Stilo | 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Stilo | Diamante |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 2971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 238 HP |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 90 L |
