2000 Mitsubishi Dion vs. 2012 Brilliance BS6
To start off, 2012 Brilliance BS6 is newer by 12 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. Both 2000 Mitsubishi Dion and 2012 Brilliance BS6 are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mitsubishi Dion (133 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2012 Brilliance BS6. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Dion should accelerate faster than 2012 Brilliance BS6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Brilliance BS6 weights approximately 65 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, 2000 Mitsubishi Dion (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Brilliance BS6. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Mitsubishi Dion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Brilliance BS6. 2000 Mitsubishi Dion has automatic transmission and 2012 Brilliance BS6 has manual transmission. 2012 Brilliance BS6 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 | 2012 Brilliance BS6 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Brilliance |
| Model | Dion | BS6 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2800 mm |
