1994 Chevrolet APV vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Dion
To start off, 2003 Mitsubishi Dion is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet APV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet APV would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet APV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mitsubishi Dion (133 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet APV. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Dion should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet APV weights approximately 235 kg more than 2003 Mitsubishi Dion.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1994 Chevrolet APV (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Dion. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet APV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Dion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet APV | 2003 Mitsubishi Dion | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | APV | Dion |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2710 mm |
