2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2008 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi L 200. (135 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 664 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi L 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi L 200. (315 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi L 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Express | L 200 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2674 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 75 L |
