2000 Mitsubishi Dion vs. 2009 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2009 Nissan Quest is newer by 9 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 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2000 Mitsubishi Dion. (134 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2000 Mitsubishi Dion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Quest weights approximately 134 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 Mitsubishi Dion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Quest. 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, 2009 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mitsubishi Dion. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mitsubishi Dion.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mitsubishi Dion | 2009 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
Model | Dion | Quest |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1554 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3160 mm |