2000 Ford ST 460 vs. 1997 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2000 Ford ST 460 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mitsubishi L 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford ST 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford ST 460 (460 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 360 more horse power than 1997 Mitsubishi L 200. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford ST 460 should accelerate faster than 1997 Mitsubishi L 200.
Because 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford ST 460. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 (245 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford ST 460. (178 Nm). This means 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford ST 460.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford ST 460 | 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | ST 460 | L 200 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 460 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2970 mm |
