2001 Mitsubishi Dion vs. 2012 BMW X1
To start off, 2012 BMW X1 is newer by 11 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, 2012 BMW X1 (176 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Dion. (133 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Dion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X1 weights approximately 185 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 2012 BMW X1 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mitsubishi Dion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 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, 2012 BMW X1 (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Dion. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Dion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mitsubishi Dion | 2012 BMW X1 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | BMW |
| Model | Dion | X1 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4454 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1545 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
