2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Dion
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Dion. (133 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Dion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 894 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 2004 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Dion. (183 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Dion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 2003 Mitsubishi Dion | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Silverado | Dion |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5963 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2710 mm |
