2002 Mitsubishi L 200 vs. 2003 Vector M12
To start off, 2003 Vector M12 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 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Vector M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vector M12 (484 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 384 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi L 200. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vector M12 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 75 kg more than 2003 Vector M12.
Because 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Vector M12. 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, 2003 Vector M12 (576 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi L 200. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Vector M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mitsubishi L 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 | 2003 Vector M12 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Vector |
| Model | L 200 | M12 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 484 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2750 mm |
