2002 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2002 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, both 2002 Mercedes-Benz E and 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E (349 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi L 200. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 105 kg more than 2002 Mitsubishi L 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E (530 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi L 200. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mitsubishi L 200. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 has manual transmission. 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2002 Mercedes-Benz E | 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
Model | E | L 200 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 2477 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 349 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2970 mm |