2008 Buick Enclave vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Dion
To start off, 2008 Buick Enclave is newer by 4 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Buick Enclave (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Dion. (133 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Dion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Enclave weights approximately 480 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Dion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Buick Enclave (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Dion. (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Dion.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Buick Enclave | 2004 Mitsubishi Dion | |
Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
Model | Enclave | Dion |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |