2001 Mitsubishi L 200 vs. 2008 Toyota Auris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Auris is newer by 7 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, 2008 Toyota Auris (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi L 200. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Auris 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 195 kg more than 2008 Toyota Auris.
Because 2001 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Auris. 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, 2008 Toyota Auris (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi L 200. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Auris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi L 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mitsubishi L 200 | 2008 Toyota Auris | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | L 200 | Auris |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 2231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2610 mm |
