2008 Cadillac DTS vs. 2000 Mitsubishi Dion
To start off, 2008 Cadillac DTS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mitsubishi Dion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mitsubishi Dion would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac DTS (292 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2000 Mitsubishi Dion. (134 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2000 Mitsubishi Dion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 218 kg more than 2000 Mitsubishi Dion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mitsubishi Dion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Cadillac DTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Dion 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 Cadillac DTS (391 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mitsubishi Dion. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mitsubishi Dion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac DTS | 2000 Mitsubishi Dion | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
| Model | DTS | Dion |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2710 mm |
