2004 Mitsubishi L 200 vs. 2011 Opel Astra
To start off, 2011 Opel Astra is newer by 7 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, 2011 Opel Astra (139 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi L 200. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Astra 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 95 kg more than 2011 Opel Astra.
Because 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Opel Astra. 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Astra. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 | 2011 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | L 200 | Astra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2350 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2620 mm |
