2001 Mitsubishi L 200 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf (104 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi L 200. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Golf 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 255 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2001 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. 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 Volkswagen Golf (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi L 200. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Golf 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 | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | L 200 | Golf |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 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 | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4534 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2578 mm |
