2001 Mitsubishi Dion vs. 2006 Rover 25
To start off, 2006 Rover 25 is newer by 5 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 31 more horse power than 2006 Rover 25. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Dion should accelerate faster than 2006 Rover 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Dion weights approximately 275 kg more than 2006 Rover 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Mitsubishi Dion (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover 25. (123 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Dion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover 25. 2001 Mitsubishi Dion has automatic transmission and 2006 Rover 25 has manual transmission. 2006 Rover 25 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 | 2006 Rover 25 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Rover |
| Model | Dion | 25 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
