2002 Mitsubishi Dion vs. 2004 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2004 Honda CR-V is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mitsubishi Dion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mitsubishi Dion would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda CR-V (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi Dion. (133 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi Dion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda CR-V weights approximately 114 kg more than 2002 Mitsubishi Dion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda CR-V 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, 2004 Honda CR-V 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, 2002 Mitsubishi Dion (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda CR-V. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Dion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mitsubishi Dion | 2004 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Honda |
| Model | Dion | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
