1996 Mitsubishi L 200 vs. 2006 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2006 Toyota Avensis is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi L 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Avensis (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi L 200. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2006 Toyota Avensis.
Because 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Avensis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 2006 Toyota Avensis (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi L 200. (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi L 200.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Mitsubishi L 200 | 2006 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | L 200 | Avensis |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2477 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2710 mm |