2001 Mitsubishi L 200 vs. 2002 Toyota Ipsum
To start off, 2002 Toyota Ipsum is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mitsubishi L 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mitsubishi L 200 would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Ipsum (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi L 200. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Ipsum 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 133 kg more than 2002 Toyota Ipsum.
Because 2001 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Toyota Ipsum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 Mitsubishi L 200 (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Ipsum. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Ipsum. 2002 Toyota Ipsum has automatic transmission and 2001 Mitsubishi L 200 has manual transmission. 2001 Mitsubishi L 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Ipsum will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mitsubishi L 200 | 2002 Toyota Ipsum | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | L 200 | Ipsum |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2830 mm |
