2005 Mitsubishi L 200 vs. 2005 Toyota Matrix
To start off, both 2005 Mitsubishi L 200 and 2005 Toyota Matrix were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,350 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Matrix (123 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi L 200. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Matrix should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 375 kg more than 2005 Toyota Matrix.
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 Mitsubishi L 200 (240 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Matrix. (161 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mitsubishi L 200 | 2005 Toyota Matrix | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | L 200 | Matrix |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2350 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 161 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2610 mm |