2000 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2000 Mitsubishi Dion

To start off, both 2000 Chevrolet Blazer and 2000 Mitsubishi Dion were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP) has 57 more horse power than 2000 Mitsubishi Dion. (133 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2000 Mitsubishi Dion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 510 kg more than 2000 Mitsubishi Dion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2000 Chevrolet Blazer 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 2000 Chevrolet Blazer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Dion, 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, 2000 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mitsubishi Dion. (184 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mitsubishi Dion.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Chevrolet Blazer 2000 Mitsubishi Dion
Make Chevrolet Mitsubishi
Model Blazer Dion
Year Released 2000 2000
Body Type SUV Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4300 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 190 HP 133 HP
Torque 339 Nm 184 Nm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1890 kg 1380 kg
Vehicle Length 4610 mm 4470 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1710 mm 1660 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2710 mm


 

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