2002 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2007 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Donkervoort D8 would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Donkervoort D8 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi L 200. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 1295 kg more than 2002 Donkervoort D8.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Donkervoort D8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Donkervoort D8 | 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Mitsubishi |
| Model | D8 | L 200 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3010 mm |
