2005 Mercury Monterey vs. 2002 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2005 Mercury Monterey is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mitsubishi L 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Monterey (201 HP) has 101 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi L 200. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 264 kg more than 2002 Mitsubishi L 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercury Monterey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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 Mercury Monterey (357 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi L 200. (245 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mitsubishi L 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Monterey | 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Monterey | L 200 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1969 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2970 mm |
