2002 Mitsubishi L 200 vs. 1999 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Seat Cordoba would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1999 Seat Cordoba. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1999 Seat Cordoba. 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 1999 Seat Cordoba. 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 Mitsubishi L 200 (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Cordoba. (107 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 | 1999 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Seat |
| Model | L 200 | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 1391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2450 mm |
