2001 Mitsubishi L 200 vs. 2012 Ford F-350
To start off, 2012 Ford F-350 is newer by 11 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-350 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi L 200. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi L 200.
Because 2001 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford F-350. 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, 2012 Ford F-350 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi L 200. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi L 200. 2012 Ford F-350 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. 2012 Ford F-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mitsubishi L 200 | 2012 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Ford |
| Model | L 200 | F-350 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 548 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 6269 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3967 mm |
