2005 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2000 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mitsubishi L 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mitsubishi L 200 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2000 Mitsubishi L 200. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 295 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156.
Because 2000 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 (305 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mitsubishi L 200. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mitsubishi L 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2000 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 156 | L 200 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2970 mm |
