2004 Mitsubishi L 200 vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 3 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, 2007 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi L 200. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 290 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi L 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Subaru Legacy (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi L 200. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi L 200. 2007 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 has manual transmission. 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
| Model | L 200 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2350 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2680 mm |
