2002 Mitsubishi L 200 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Vito
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Vito is newer by 9 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Vito (120 HP @ 1800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi L 200. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Vito should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Vito weights approximately 311 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 2011 Mercedes-Benz Vito. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Vito (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi L 200. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz Vito 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 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz Vito | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | L 200 | Vito |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 2151 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 2016 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3010 mm |
