2002 Mitsubishi Dion vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 9 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi Dion. (133 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi Dion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 325 weights approximately 289 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 2011 BMW 325 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, 2011 BMW 325 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, 2011 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi Dion. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mitsubishi Dion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mitsubishi Dion | 2011 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | BMW |
| Model | Dion | 325 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78.8 mm |
| 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 | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2770 mm |
