2004 Mitsubishi L 200 vs. 2012 Audi Q7
To start off, 2012 Audi Q7 is newer by 8 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 5,394 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q7 (493 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 383 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi L 200. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi L 200.
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, 2012 Audi Q7 (1,000 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 760 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi L 200. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi L 200. 2012 Audi Q7 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. 2012 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 | 2012 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Audi |
| Model | L 200 | Q7 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2350 cc | 5394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3002 mm |
