2000 Mitsubishi Dion vs. 2000 Smart ForFour
To start off, both 2000 Mitsubishi Dion and 2000 Smart ForFour were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mitsubishi Dion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mitsubishi Dion (133 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2000 Smart ForFour. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Dion should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mitsubishi Dion weights approximately 405 kg more than 2000 Smart ForFour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mitsubishi Dion | 2000 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Smart |
| Model | Dion | ForFour |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1460 mm |
