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Mitsubishi Diamante II 3.0 i V6 24V GDI 4WD (240 Hp)
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Mitsubishi Diamante:
The Mitsubishi Diamante is an automobile that was manufactured by Mitsubishi Motors from 1990 to 2005. The first series was a hardtop introduced to the public at the Tokyo Motor Show in 1989. It went on sale in Japan exclusively in May 1990 and won that year's Japan Car of the Year award. It was created by splicing an extra 6. 6 cm right down the middle of the Mitsubishi Galant, which itself had won the Japan Car of the Year award in 1987. The Diamante's platform was also used for the sporty Mitsubishi 3000GT....(Read more on Wikipedia)
II Overview:
Mitsubishi Diamante (II). With 304 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1680 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Mitsubishi Diamante II was not tested by Euro NCAP, therefore no official European safety rating is available for this generation.
3.0 i V6 24V GDI 4WD (240 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers the same strong 240 Hp as the FWD variant, with the added traction and stability of all-wheel drive, especially beneficial in adverse weather conditions.
Fuel Economy
The 4WD system adds weight and drivetrain losses, resulting in slightly lower fuel economy compared to the FWD 3.0L GDI, alongside increased maintenance complexity.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Smooth and powerful V6 engines across the range
- • Comfortable and spacious interior, ideal for long journeys
- • Advanced GDI technology for its time, offering efficiency potential
- • Refined ride quality and stable handling
- • Available 4WD for enhanced traction and stability in certain markets
Cons:
- • GDI engine complexity and potential for carbon buildup issues
- • Fuel sensitivity for GDI variants, requiring premium fuel in some cases
- • Dated safety features compared to modern cars
- • Can be challenging to find parts for GDI-specific components due to age
- • Resale value might be impacted by GDI reputation and maintenance concerns
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(II: 1996 - 2005).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Mitsubishi |
| Model: | Diamante |
| Generation: | II |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.0 i V6 24V GDI 4WD (240 Hp) |
| Start of production: | August, 1997 |
| End of production: | October, 2002 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 240 Hp @ 5750 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 80.8 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 304 Nm @ 3500 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 2972 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 91.1 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 76 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 11:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 14 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 8 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 7 kg/Hp, 142.9 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.5 kg/Nm, 181 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1680 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 418 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4805 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1785 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1435 mm mm [5mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2720 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1545 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1535 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 215/60 R16 |
| Front suspension | Coil spring |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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