2009 Audi A8 vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 is newer by 11 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 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (256 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante. (238 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 390 kg more than 2009 Audi A8.
Because 2009 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 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, 2009 Audi A8 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A8 | 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A8 | Diamante |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 238 HP |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2730 mm |
