2002 Mitsubishi Dion vs. 2009 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2009 Subaru Outback 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Outback (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi Dion. (133 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi Dion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Outback weights approximately 247 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 2009 Subaru Outback 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, 2009 Subaru Outback 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, 2009 Subaru Outback (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi Dion. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mitsubishi Dion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mitsubishi Dion | 2009 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
| Model | Dion | Outback |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
