2009 Mitsubishi Raider vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Dion
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Raider 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mitsubishi Raider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mitsubishi Raider (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Dion. (133 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Raider should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Dion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Raider weights approximately 160 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 Mitsubishi Raider is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mitsubishi Dion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Raider 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 Mitsubishi Raider (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Dion. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mitsubishi Raider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Dion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mitsubishi Raider | 2001 Mitsubishi Dion | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Raider | Dion |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2710 mm |
