2003 Mitsubishi Dion vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Skoda Octavia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mitsubishi Dion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mitsubishi Dion would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mitsubishi Dion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Skoda Octavia (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Dion. (133 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Dion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 70 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 2006 Skoda Octavia 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, 2006 Skoda Octavia 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, 2006 Skoda Octavia (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Dion. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Dion.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mitsubishi Dion | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Skoda |
Model | Dion | Octavia |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |