2001 Mitsubishi Dion vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touran 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi Dion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mitsubishi Dion (133 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Dion should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 256 kg more than 2001 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touran (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Dion. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Dion. 2001 Mitsubishi Dion has automatic transmission and 2005 Volkswagen Touran has manual transmission. 2005 Volkswagen Touran will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Mitsubishi Dion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mitsubishi Dion | 2005 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
Model | Dion | Touran |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1636 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |