2006 BMW 325 vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Dion
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 3 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 2,997 cc, 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Dion. (133 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Dion.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 325 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Dion. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Dion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 2003 Mitsubishi Dion | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 325 | Dion |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1995 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
