2005 Mitsubishi Dion vs. 2007 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Dion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Dion would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Dion. (133 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Dion.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier (382 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Dion. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Dion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Dion | 2007 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Dion | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3200 mm |
