2005 Mitsubishi Dion vs. 2007 Volvo C70
To start off, 2007 Volvo C70 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo C70 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Dion. (133 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Dion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo C70 weights approximately 312 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Dion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Volvo C70 (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Dion. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Dion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Dion | 2007 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
| Model | Dion | C70 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2650 mm |
