2002 Mitsubishi L 200 vs. 2010 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2010 Mazda Premacy is newer by 8 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, 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2010 Mazda Premacy. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 355 kg more than 2010 Mazda Premacy. 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 2010 Mazda Premacy. 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda Premacy. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 | 2010 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mazda |
| Model | L 200 | Premacy |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2680 mm |
