1998 Ford Contour vs. 2002 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Contour would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Contour (195 HP @ 6625 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi L 200. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 294 kg more than 1998 Ford Contour.
Because 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Contour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Contour. (224 Nm @ 5625 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Contour | 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Contour | L 200 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6625 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5625 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1411 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2970 mm |
