2006 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Dion
To start off, 2006 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mitsubishi Dion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mitsubishi Dion would be higher. At 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Cherokee (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Dion. (133 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Dion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 651 kg more than 2001 Mitsubishi Dion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mitsubishi Dion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Cherokee 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, 2006 Jeep Cherokee (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Dion. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Dion.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jeep Cherokee | 2001 Mitsubishi Dion | |
Make | Jeep | Mitsubishi |
Model | Cherokee | Dion |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3699 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 307 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2031 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2710 mm |