1999 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 1999 Mitsubishi L 200

To start off, both 1999 De Tomaso Bigua and 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 De Tomaso Bigua is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 De Tomaso Bigua (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1999 Mitsubishi L 200. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Bigua 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 430 kg more than 1999 De Tomaso Bigua.

Because 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 De Tomaso Bigua. 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 De Tomaso Bigua (407 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mitsubishi L 200. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mitsubishi L 200.

Compare all specifications:

1999 De Tomaso Bigua 1999 Mitsubishi L 200
Make De Tomaso Mitsubishi
Model Bigua L 200
Year Released 1999 1999
Engine Size 4601 cc 2477 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 302 HP 100 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 407 Nm 245 Nm
Torque RPM 6500 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1275 kg 1705 kg
Vehicle Length 4200 mm 5060 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2970 mm


 

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