2002 Acura EL vs. 1998 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2002 Acura EL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mitsubishi L 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura EL (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi L 200. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 1998 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 525 kg more than 2002 Acura EL.
Because 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Acura EL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura EL. (156 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura EL | 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
Make | Acura | Mitsubishi |
Model | EL | L 200 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 2477 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2970 mm |