2002 Mitsubishi L 200 vs. 2005 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2005 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 3 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 2,663 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Hardbody (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi L 200. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Hardbody 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 210 kg more than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (209 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 | 2005 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | L 200 | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1495 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2690 mm |
