2004 BMW 318 vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Dion
To start off, both 2004 BMW 318 and 2004 Mitsubishi Dion were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Dion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Dion (133 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Dion should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 318 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Dion.
Because 2004 BMW 318 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 2004 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Dion (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 318. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Dion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 318. 2004 Mitsubishi Dion has automatic transmission and 2004 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 2004 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mitsubishi Dion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 318 | 2004 Mitsubishi Dion | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 318 | Dion |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
