2004 BMW 325 vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Dion
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 1 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 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Dion. (133 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Dion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 330 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Dion. (183 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Dion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 2003 Mitsubishi Dion | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 325 | Dion |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
