2005 Mazda B3000 vs. 1999 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mitsubishi L 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B3000 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1999 Mitsubishi L 200. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 153 kg more than 2005 Mazda B3000.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 (245 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B3000. (240 Nm). This means 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B3000 | 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | B3000 | L 200 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1552 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2970 mm |
