1998 Mitsubishi L 200 vs. 2011 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2011 Mazda B4000 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mitsubishi L 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 would be higher. At 4,034 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi L 200. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 1998 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 525 kg more than 2011 Mazda B4000.
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, 2011 Mazda B4000 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi L 200. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi L 200.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mitsubishi L 200 | 2011 Mazda B4000 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Mazda |
Model | L 200 | B4000 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2477 cc | 4034 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3200 mm |