2000 Mitsubishi Dion vs. 2008 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 8 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2000 Mitsubishi Dion. (134 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2000 Mitsubishi Dion.
Because 2000 Mitsubishi Dion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Tacoma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Dion will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mitsubishi Dion. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mitsubishi Dion. 2000 Mitsubishi Dion has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Tacoma has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Tacoma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mitsubishi Dion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mitsubishi Dion | 2008 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Dion | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3240 mm |