2001 Mitsubishi Dion vs. 2005 BMW 325
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mitsubishi Dion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mitsubishi Dion would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Dion. (133 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Dion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 335 kg more than 2001 Mitsubishi Dion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mitsubishi Dion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 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, 2005 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Dion. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Dion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mitsubishi Dion | 2005 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | BMW |
| Model | Dion | 325 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
