2008 Acura RL vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Dion
To start off, 2008 Acura RL is newer by 3 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Dion. (133 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Dion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Dion weights approximately 106 kg more than 2008 Acura RL.
Because 2008 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mitsubishi Dion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura RL 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, 2008 Acura RL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Dion. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Dion.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura RL | 2005 Mitsubishi Dion | |
Make | Acura | Mitsubishi |
Model | RL | Dion |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2710 mm |