2008 Ford Explorer vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2008 Ford Explorer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Diamante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Diamante would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Diamante. (202 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Diamante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 450 kg more than 2008 Ford Explorer.
Because 2008 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mitsubishi Diamante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Explorer 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 Ford Explorer (345 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Diamante. (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Explorer | 2005 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Explorer | Diamante |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2730 mm |
