2009 Audi R8 vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante. (205 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 66 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 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 R8 (430 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante. (313 Nm). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi R8 | 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
Model | R8 | Diamante |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 313 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1626 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 71 L |