2008 Hyundai Trajet vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Trajet 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante (238 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. (171 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 302 kg more than 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante.
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, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Trajet.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hyundai Trajet | 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
Model | Trajet | Diamante |
Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2730 mm |