2002 Mitsubishi Dion vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2002 Mitsubishi Dion is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mitsubishi Galant (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi Dion. (133 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi Dion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi Dion weights approximately 16 kg more than 2001 Mitsubishi Galant.
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 Galant (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi Dion. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mitsubishi Dion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mitsubishi Dion | 2001 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Dion | Galant |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |
