1996 Kia Clarus 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 Kia Clarus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Kia Clarus would be higher. At 2,476 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1996 Kia Clarus. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Clarus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1996 Kia Clarus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Kia Clarus. 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, 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Clarus. (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Clarus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Kia Clarus | 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Clarus | L 200 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 2476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3010 mm |
