1999 Mitsubishi L 200 vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun is newer by 13 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 3,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun (163 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1999 Mitsubishi L 200. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun 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 165 kg more than 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun.
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, 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mitsubishi L 200. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mitsubishi L 200. 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun has automatic transmission and 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 has manual transmission. 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Mitsubishi L 200 | 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
Model | L 200 | Shogun |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2477 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2790 mm |