2000 Mitsubishi Dion vs. 2012 Peugeot 4007
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 4007 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. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Peugeot 4007 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Peugeot 4007 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2000 Mitsubishi Dion. (134 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 4007 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mitsubishi Dion.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2012 Peugeot 4007 (232 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mitsubishi Dion. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Peugeot 4007 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mitsubishi Dion. 2000 Mitsubishi Dion has automatic transmission and 2012 Peugeot 4007 has manual transmission. 2012 Peugeot 4007 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 Peugeot 4007 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Peugeot |
Model | Dion | 4007 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 87 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |