2001 BMW M3 vs. 2002 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M3 (326 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi L 200. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2001 BMW M3.
Because 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2001 BMW M3 (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi L 200. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mitsubishi L 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M3 | 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | M3 | L 200 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2970 mm |
