2007 Mazda B4000 vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Dion
To start off, 2007 Mazda B4000 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 4,034 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda B4000 (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Dion. (133 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Dion.
Because 2007 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mitsubishi Dion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mazda B4000 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, 2007 Mazda B4000 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Dion. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Dion. 2003 Mitsubishi Dion has automatic transmission and 2007 Mazda B4000 has manual transmission. 2007 Mazda B4000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Mitsubishi Dion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Mazda B4000 | 2003 Mitsubishi Dion | |
Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
Model | B4000 | Dion |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4034 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2710 mm |