2002 Mitsubishi L 200 vs. 2003 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 407 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mitsubishi L 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 407 (155 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi L 200. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 169 kg more than 2003 Peugeot 407.
Because 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Peugeot 407. 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 407. (205 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 | 2003 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Peugeot |
| Model | L 200 | 407 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2710 mm |
