2002 Mitsubishi Dion vs. 2009 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2009 Opel Corsa is newer by 7 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, 2002 Mitsubishi Dion (133 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2009 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Dion should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Corsa weights approximately 227 kg more than 2002 Mitsubishi Dion.
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, 2002 Mitsubishi Dion (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Dion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Corsa. 2002 Mitsubishi Dion has automatic transmission and 2009 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 2009 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Mitsubishi Dion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mitsubishi Dion | 2009 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Dion | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
