2006 Kia Picanto vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Dion
To start off, 2006 Kia Picanto is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mitsubishi Dion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi Dion would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Dion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Dion (133 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2006 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Dion should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Picanto weights approximately 620 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Dion (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Picanto. (100 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Dion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Picanto | 2004 Mitsubishi Dion | |
Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
Model | Picanto | Dion |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2710 mm |