1997 Mitsubishi L 200 vs. 1993 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Peugeot 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Peugeot 405 would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Peugeot 405 (121 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1997 Mitsubishi L 200. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1997 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1993 Peugeot 405.
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, 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 405. (176 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 | 1993 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Peugeot |
| Model | L 200 | 405 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2680 mm |
