Mercedes-Benz C230 vs Mitsubishi Diamante
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2004 Mitsubishi Diamante
Overview
| Spec | Mercedes-Benz C230C230 Sport | Mitsubishi DiamanteES |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | C230 Sport | ES |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | flex-fuel (premium unleaded required/E85) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Engine type | flex-fuel (FFV) | gas |
| Model year | 2007 | 2004 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Mercedes-Benz C230C230 Sport | Mitsubishi DiamanteES |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $29,650 | $24,999 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Mercedes-Benz C230C230 Sport | Mitsubishi DiamanteES |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 19 MPG (best) | 18 MPG |
| City MPG | 17 MPG (best) | 15 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 23 MPG | 23 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 16.4 gal | 19 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Mercedes-Benz C230C230 Sport | Mitsubishi DiamanteES |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 201 hp | 205 hp (best) |
| Torque | 181 lb-ft | 231 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 2.5 L | 3.5 L (best) |
| Cylinders | V6 | V6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Mercedes-Benz C230C230 Sport | Mitsubishi DiamanteES |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 12.2 cu ft | 14.2 cu ft (best) |
| Curb weight | 3,405 lbs (best) | 3,505 lbs |
| Ground clearance | — | 6.5 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 106.9 in | 107.2 in (best) |
| Length | 178.4 in | 196 in (best) |
| Width | 68 in | 70.3 in (best) |
| Height | 55.6 in | 56.5 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Mercedes-Benz C230C230 Sport | Mitsubishi DiamanteES |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 5 | 1 (best) |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Mercedes-Benz C230 | Mitsubishi Diamante |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | C230 Sport $29,650 MSRP(Currently comparing) | ES $24,999 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | — | VR-X $26,819 MSRP |
| 3 | — | LS $27,619 MSRP |
Mercedes-Benz C230 vs Mitsubishi Diamante FAQ
- Which is better: 2007 Mercedes-Benz C230 or 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2007 Mercedes-Benz C230 vs 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2007 Mercedes-Benz C230 or 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante starts lower at $24,999.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2007 Mercedes-Benz C230 or 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante?
- The 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (24,999).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2007 Mercedes-Benz C230 or 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante?
- The 2007 Mercedes-Benz C230 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (19).
- Which has better horsepower: 2007 Mercedes-Benz C230 or 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante?
- The 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante leads on horsepower in this comparison (210).