2003 Lexus LX vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Dion
To start off, both 2003 Lexus LX and 2003 Mitsubishi Dion were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,662 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lexus LX (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Dion. (133 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Dion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lexus LX weights approximately 1050 kg more than 2003 Mitsubishi Dion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mitsubishi Dion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Lexus LX 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, 2003 Lexus LX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Dion. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Dion.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Lexus LX | 2003 Mitsubishi Dion | |
Make | Lexus | Mitsubishi |
Model | LX | Dion |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4662 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |