1999 Mitsubishi SUW vs. 2012 Land Rover LR2

To start off, 2012 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mitsubishi SUW. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mitsubishi SUW would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover LR2 (230 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1999 Mitsubishi SUW. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mitsubishi SUW. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi SUW weights approximately 130 kg more than 2012 Land Rover LR2.

Because 2012 Land Rover LR2 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mitsubishi SUW. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover LR2 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, 2012 Land Rover LR2 (317 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mitsubishi SUW. (240 Nm). This means 2012 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mitsubishi SUW.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Mitsubishi SUW 2012 Land Rover LR2
Make Mitsubishi Land Rover
Model SUW LR2
Year Released 1999 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1099 cc 3200 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 114 HP 230 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 240 Nm 317 Nm
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1905 kg 1775 kg
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2659 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 74 L 70 L


 

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