2004 Mitsubishi L 200 vs. 2003 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan 350Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan 350Z would be higher. At 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan 350Z (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi L 200. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2003 Nissan 350Z.
Because 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Nissan 350Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2003 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi L 200. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi L 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 | 2003 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | L 200 | 350Z |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2350 cc | 3490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2630 mm |
