2009 Cadillac STS vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Dion
To start off, 2009 Cadillac STS is newer by 8 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac STS (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Dion. (133 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Dion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac STS weights approximately 180 kg more than 2001 Mitsubishi Dion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Cadillac STS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Cadillac STS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Dion, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Cadillac STS (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Dion. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Dion.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac STS | 2001 Mitsubishi Dion | |
Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
Model | STS | Dion |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2710 mm |