2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1998 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mitsubishi L 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi L 200. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1998 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 8 kg more than 1998 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, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi L 200. (245 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi L 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Colorado | L 200 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1713 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2970 mm |
