2000 Mitsubishi SSU vs. 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mitsubishi SSU. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mitsubishi SSU would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser (239 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2000 Mitsubishi SSU. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2000 Mitsubishi SSU. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mitsubishi SSU weights approximately 530 kg more than 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Toyota FJ Cruiser (377 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mitsubishi SSU. (240 Nm). This means 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mitsubishi SSU.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mitsubishi SSU | 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | SSU | FJ Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 1375 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 72 L |
