2002 Mitsubishi L 200 vs. 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 11 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, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi L 200. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 290 kg more than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer.
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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 | 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | L 200 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2635 mm |
