2004 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2007 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 2,476 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi L 200. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 385 kg more than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156.
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, 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 156 | L 200 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 14.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
