2004 Ford E-150 vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Dion
To start off, 2004 Ford E-150 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mitsubishi Dion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mitsubishi Dion would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi Dion. (133 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi Dion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-150 weights approximately 741 kg more than 2002 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 Ford E-150 (388 Nm) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi Dion. (183 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mitsubishi Dion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford E-150 | 2002 Mitsubishi Dion | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | E-150 | Dion |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2127 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2710 mm |
