2004 Mitsubishi L 200 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mitsubishi L 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 would be higher. At 2,350 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi L 200. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta 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 389 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta.
Because 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. 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, 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 (240 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. (172 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 | 2005 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | L 200 | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2350 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1331 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2480 mm |
