2008 Kia Rio vs. 2000 Mitsubishi Dion
To start off, 2008 Kia Rio 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mitsubishi Dion is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mitsubishi Dion weights approximately 319 kg more than 2008 Kia Rio.
Because 2000 Mitsubishi Dion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Kia Rio. 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, 2000 Mitsubishi Dion (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Rio. (125 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2000 Mitsubishi Dion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Rio | 2000 Mitsubishi Dion | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Rio | Dion |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 134 HP |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1101 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
