2007 Ford Territory vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Dion
To start off, 2007 Ford Territory is newer by 4 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 3,984 cc, 2007 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Territory (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Dion. (133 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Dion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Territory weights approximately 636 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 2007 Ford Territory 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 Ford Territory. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2007 Ford Territory (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Dion. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Dion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Territory | 2003 Mitsubishi Dion | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Territory | Dion |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 1995 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2710 mm |
