2002 Mitsubishi Dion vs. 2004 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2004 Nissan Quest 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 3,505 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Quest (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi Dion. (133 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi Dion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Quest weights approximately 552 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.
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, 2004 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi Dion. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mitsubishi Dion.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mitsubishi Dion | 2004 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
Model | Dion | Quest |
Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3505 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1938 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3140 mm |