1999 Mitsubishi L 200 vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mitsubishi L 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Avensis (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1999 Mitsubishi L 200. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis 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 460 kg more than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
Because 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Toyota Avensis. 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (171 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mitsubishi L 200 | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | L 200 | Avensis |
Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2477 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2730 mm |