2001 Mitsubishi L 200 vs. 2012 Kia Soul
To start off, 2012 Kia Soul 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 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Soul (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi L 200. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Soul 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 477 kg more than 2012 Kia Soul.
Because 2001 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Soul. 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Soul. (200 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mitsubishi L 200 | 2012 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Kia |
| Model | L 200 | Soul |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1228 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2550 mm |
