2003 Mitsubishi Dion vs. 2001 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2003 Mitsubishi Dion is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Vectra (142 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Dion. (133 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Dion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Dion weights approximately 65 kg more than 2001 Opel Vectra.
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, 2001 Opel Vectra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Dion. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Dion. 2003 Mitsubishi Dion has automatic transmission and 2001 Opel Vectra has manual transmission. 2001 Opel Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Mitsubishi Dion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mitsubishi Dion | 2001 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Dion | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2650 mm |
