2009 Ford Edge vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Dion
To start off, 2009 Ford Edge is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mitsubishi Dion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mitsubishi Dion would be higher. At 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi Dion. (133 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi Dion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi Dion weights approximately 279 kg more than 2009 Ford Edge.
Because 2009 Ford Edge is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mitsubishi Dion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge 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 Ford Edge (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi Dion. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mitsubishi Dion.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Edge | 2002 Mitsubishi Dion | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Edge | Dion |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3495 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
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 Weight | 1107 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |