2002 Mitsubishi L 200 vs. 2007 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2007 Toyota Hilux is newer by 5 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Hilux (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi L 200. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Hilux 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 95 kg more than 2007 Toyota Hilux.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mitsubishi L 200 | 2007 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | L 200 | Hilux |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2477 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3090 mm |