1996 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2007 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Roadmaster (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi L 200. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1996 Buick Roadmaster.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Buick Roadmaster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 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, 1996 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi L 200. (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi L 200. 1996 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 has manual transmission. 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Buick Roadmaster | 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
Model | Roadmaster | L 200 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2476 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3010 mm |