2002 Mitsubishi L 200 vs. 2007 Toyota Quantum
To start off, 2007 Toyota Quantum 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 Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Quantum (149 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi L 200. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Quantum should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Quantum weights approximately 140 kg more than 2002 Mitsubishi L 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota Quantum. 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Quantum. (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 Quantum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 | 2007 Toyota Quantum | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | L 200 | Quantum |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| 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 | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3120 mm |
