2000 Mitsubishi L 200 vs. 2009 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier is newer by 9 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2000 Mitsubishi L 200. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier 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 376 kg more than 2009 Nissan Frontier.
Because 2000 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Frontier. 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, 2009 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mitsubishi L 200. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mitsubishi L 200. 2009 Nissan Frontier has automatic transmission and 2000 Mitsubishi L 200 has manual transmission. 2000 Mitsubishi L 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Frontier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Mitsubishi L 200 | 2009 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
Model | L 200 | Frontier |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2477 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3200 mm |