2002 Lotus Elise 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 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 2,476 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotus Elise (156 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi L 200. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Elise 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 1104 kg more than 2002 Lotus Elise.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Lotus Elise. 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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lotus Elise | 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | Lotus | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Elise | L 200 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 95 mm |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 14.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 806 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 75 L |
