2009 Fiat Panda vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Dion
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Dion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Dion would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Dion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Dion (133 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Dion should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Dion weights approximately 240 kg more than 2009 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mitsubishi Dion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Panda 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Dion (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Dion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda. 2005 Mitsubishi Dion has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mitsubishi Dion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 2005 Mitsubishi Dion | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Panda | Dion |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2710 mm |
