2005 Ford Escape vs. 2004 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 1 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escape (202 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi L 200. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape 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 68 kg more than 2005 Ford Escape.
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 Ford Escape (250 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi L 200. (240 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi L 200.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Escape | 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Escape | L 200 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2350 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 240 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 21.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1652 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2970 mm |