2000 Mitsubishi L 200 vs. 2002 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2002 Toyota Avensis is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mitsubishi L 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mitsubishi L 200 would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Avensis (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2000 Mitsubishi L 200. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2000 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 24 kg more than 2002 Toyota Avensis.
Because 2000 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Toyota Avensis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2002 Toyota Avensis (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mitsubishi L 200. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mitsubishi L 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mitsubishi L 200 | 2002 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | L 200 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2800 mm |
