2005 BMW 330 vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Dion
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mitsubishi Dion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi Dion would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Dion. (133 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Dion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2004 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, 2005 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Dion. (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Dion.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 330 | 2004 Mitsubishi Dion | |
Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
Model | 330 | Dion |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |