2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante would be higher. At 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (281 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante. (238 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 1 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Because 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (276 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
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2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
Model | TrailBlazer | Diamante |
Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4161 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 281 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 276 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2730 mm |