2009 Mazda 6 vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Dion
To start off, 2009 Mazda 6 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 6 (145 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Dion. (133 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Dion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Dion weights approximately 10 kg more than 2009 Mazda 6.
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, 2009 Mazda 6 (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Dion. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Dion. 2005 Mitsubishi Dion has automatic transmission and 2009 Mazda 6 has manual transmission. 2009 Mazda 6 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 Mazda 6 | 2005 Mitsubishi Dion | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 6 | Dion |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
