2009 Brilliance BS6 vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Dion
To start off, 2009 Brilliance BS6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mitsubishi Dion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mitsubishi Dion would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Brilliance BS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mitsubishi Dion (133 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Brilliance BS6. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Dion should accelerate faster than 2009 Brilliance BS6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Brilliance BS6 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Mitsubishi Dion (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Brilliance BS6. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Mitsubishi Dion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Brilliance BS6. 2003 Mitsubishi Dion has automatic transmission and 2009 Brilliance BS6 has manual transmission. 2009 Brilliance BS6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Mitsubishi Dion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Brilliance BS6 | 2003 Mitsubishi Dion | |
Make | Brilliance | Mitsubishi |
Model | BS6 | Dion |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2710 mm |