2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Dion
To start off, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi Dion. (133 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi Dion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 442 kg more than 2002 Mitsubishi Dion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (548 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi Dion. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mitsubishi Dion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2002 Mitsubishi Dion | |
| Make | Jeep | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Dion |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 548 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 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 | 1828 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2710 mm |
