2009 BMW X5 vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Dion
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mitsubishi Dion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi Dion would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Dion. (133 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Dion.
Because 2009 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mitsubishi Dion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 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, 2009 BMW X5 (475 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Dion. (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Dion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X5 | 2004 Mitsubishi Dion | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | X5 | Dion |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2710 mm |
