2002 Mitsubishi Dion vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 5 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi Dion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi Dion. (133 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi Dion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 624 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 2007 Subaru Legacy 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, 2007 Subaru Legacy 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, 2007 Subaru Legacy (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi Dion. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mitsubishi Dion.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Mitsubishi Dion 2007 Subaru Legacy
Make Mitsubishi Subaru
Model Dion Legacy
Year Released 2002 2007
Body Type Minivan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 133 HP 242 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 183 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 75 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1386 kg 2010 kg
Vehicle Length 4470 mm 4670 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1660 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2680 mm


 

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