1996 Mitsubishi L 200 vs. 2008 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (382 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi L 200. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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 375 kg more than 2008 Toyota Sequoia.
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, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi L 200. (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi L 200. 2008 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 has manual transmission. 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Mitsubishi L 200 | 2008 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | L 200 | Sequoia |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2477 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3110 mm |