2001 Mitsubishi L 200 vs. 2011 Mazda 5
To start off, 2011 Mazda 5 is newer by 10 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, 2011 Mazda 5 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi L 200. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 5 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 220 kg more than 2011 Mazda 5.
Because 2001 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mazda 5. 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 5. (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mitsubishi L 200 | 2011 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mazda |
| Model | L 200 | 5 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2751 mm |
