2007 BMW 118 vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Dion
To start off, 2007 BMW 118 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Dion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Dion (133 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Dion should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Dion weights approximately 120 kg more than 2007 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 118 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 BMW 118. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Dion, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Dion (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Dion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 118 | 2005 Mitsubishi Dion | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 118 | Dion |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
