2008 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Dion
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mitsubishi Dion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mitsubishi Dion would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi Dion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mitsubishi Dion (133 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Dion should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 80 kg more than 2001 Mitsubishi Dion.
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, 2001 Mitsubishi Dion (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Dion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. 2001 Mitsubishi Dion has automatic transmission and 2008 Mitsubishi Colt has manual transmission. 2008 Mitsubishi Colt will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Mitsubishi Dion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mitsubishi Colt | 2001 Mitsubishi Dion | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Colt | Dion |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
