2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2000 Mitsubishi Dion
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 9 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 4,132 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (322 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2000 Mitsubishi Dion. (134 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mitsubishi Dion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1000 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, 2009 Audi Q7 (760 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 577 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mitsubishi Dion. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mitsubishi Dion.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi Q7 | 2000 Mitsubishi Dion | |
Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
Model | Q7 | Dion |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4132 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 760 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2710 mm |