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Mitsubishi Diamante II 3.5 i V6 24V (208 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 300 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1550 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. The top speed reaches 210 km/h. 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.
3.5 i V6 24V (208 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
This larger displacement V6 provides excellent low-end torque and smooth power delivery, making it a relaxed and capable cruiser, less peaky than the GDI engines.
Fuel Economy
Without GDI, this engine might offer more predictable fuel economy, though generally higher consumption due to its larger size. Often considered more robust than GDI variants.
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(I: 1991 - 1996).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Mitsubishi |
| Model: | Diamante |
| Generation: | II |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.5 i V6 24V (208 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1996 |
| End of production: | 2005 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 208 Hp @ 5000 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 59.5 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 300 Nm @ 3000 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 3497 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 93 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 85.8 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 14 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 9 l/100 km |
| Maximum speed: | 210 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 7.5 kg/Hp, 134.2 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.2 kg/Nm, 193.5 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1550 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 418 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 72 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4805 mm mm [65mm more] |
| Width: | 1785 mm mm [10mm more] |
| Height: | 1440 mm mm [30mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2720 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1545 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1535 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 205/65 R15 |
| Front suspension | Coil spring |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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