2005 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Dion
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Montero is newer by 2 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 3,827 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Montero (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Dion. (133 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Dion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 760 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 2005 Mitsubishi Montero 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Montero 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Montero (336 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Dion. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Dion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Montero | 2003 Mitsubishi Dion | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Montero | Dion |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3827 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
