2008 Mazda Tribute vs. 2000 Mitsubishi Dion
To start off, 2008 Mazda Tribute 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 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda Tribute (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2000 Mitsubishi Dion. (134 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2000 Mitsubishi Dion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 233 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Mazda Tribute (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mitsubishi Dion. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mitsubishi Dion.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mazda Tribute | 2000 Mitsubishi Dion | |
Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Tribute | Dion |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2965 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1653 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |