2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante. (238 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 445 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 Chevrolet Tahoe (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Tahoe | Diamante |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2730 mm |
