2001 Mitsubishi L 200 vs. 1997 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2001 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen Passat (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi L 200. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen Passat.
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, 2001 Mitsubishi L 200 (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Passat. (206 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mitsubishi L 200 | 1997 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
Model | L 200 | Passat |
Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2477 cc | 2327 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2710 mm |