1999 Mitsubishi L 200 vs. 2013 BMW X5 M
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 M is newer by 14 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW X5 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X5 M (547 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 447 more horse power than 1999 Mitsubishi L 200. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 M should accelerate faster than 1999 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X5 M weights approximately 730 kg more than 1999 Mitsubishi L 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 BMW X5 M (678 Nm @ 5650 RPM) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mitsubishi L 200. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X5 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mitsubishi L 200. 2013 BMW X5 M 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. 2013 BMW X5 M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 | 2013 BMW X5 M | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | BMW |
| Model | L 200 | X5 M |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2197 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1764 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2933 mm |
