2005 Mitsubishi L 200 vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi L 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi L 200 would be higher. At 2,350 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Corolla (190 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi L 200. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Corolla 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 435 kg more than 2007 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Mitsubishi L 200 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi L 200 | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | L 200 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2350 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2610 mm |
