2002 Mitsubishi L 200 vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla 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 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Corolla (115 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi L 200. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla 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 345 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2005 Toyota Corolla (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi L 200. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Corolla 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 | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | L 200 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2720 mm |
