2002 Mitsubishi Dion vs. 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2002 Mitsubishi Dion is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi Dion (133 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Dion should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 264 kg more than 2002 Mitsubishi Dion.
Because 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mitsubishi Dion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser (187 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi Dion. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mitsubishi Dion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mitsubishi Dion | 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Dion | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2320 mm |
