2003 Mitsubishi Dion vs. 2010 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Charger is newer by 7 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Charger (368 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Dion. (133 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Dion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Charger weights approximately 473 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 2010 Dodge Charger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Dion, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Dodge Charger (535 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Dion. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Dion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mitsubishi Dion | 2010 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Dodge |
| Model | Dion | Charger |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 368 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 535 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5083 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3048 mm |
