1997 Citroen Saxo vs. 2005 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Citroen Saxo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Citroen Saxo would be higher. At 2,350 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi L 200 (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Saxo. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi L 200 should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 915 kg more than 1997 Citroen Saxo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Citroen Saxo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Mitsubishi L 200 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Saxo. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Saxo | 2005 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Saxo | L 200 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1123 cc | 2350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2970 mm |
