1996 Mitsubishi L 200 vs. 2008 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2008 Renault Kangoo is newer by 12 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, 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 300 kg more than 2008 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 | 2008 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | L 200 | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 1869 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2610 mm |
