1998 Kia Clarus vs. 1999 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Kia Clarus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Kia Clarus would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Kia Clarus (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1999 Mitsubishi L 200. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Clarus should accelerate faster than 1999 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 481 kg more than 1998 Kia Clarus.
Because 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Kia Clarus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Clarus. (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Clarus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Kia Clarus | 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Clarus | L 200 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2970 mm |
