2000 Mitsubishi Dion vs. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 13 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder (256 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2000 Mitsubishi Dion. (134 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2000 Mitsubishi Dion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 571 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.
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, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mitsubishi Dion. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mitsubishi Dion.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mitsubishi Dion | 2013 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
Model | Dion | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1991 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5009 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1783 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2900 mm |