2000 Mitsubishi Dion vs. 2005 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 407 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mitsubishi Dion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mitsubishi Dion would be higher. 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 2005 Peugeot 407. (108 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Dion should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 132 kg more than 2000 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, 2005 Peugeot 407 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mitsubishi Dion. (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mitsubishi Dion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mitsubishi Dion | 2005 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Peugeot |
| Model | Dion | 407 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1560 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 | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |
