2004 Honda CR-V 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 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda CR-V (160 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi L 200. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 402 kg more than 2004 Honda CR-V.
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, 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 (315 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda CR-V. (220 Nm). This means 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda CR-V. 2004 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 has manual transmission. 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda CR-V | 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | CR-V | L 200 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 75 L |
