2005 Mitsubishi L 200 vs. 2011 Kia Forte
To start off, 2011 Kia Forte is newer by 6 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, 2011 Kia Forte (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi L 200. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Forte 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 479 kg more than 2011 Kia Forte.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Forte. 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Forte. 2011 Kia Forte has automatic transmission and 2005 Mitsubishi L 200 has manual transmission. 2005 Mitsubishi L 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Kia Forte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi L 200 | 2011 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Kia |
| Model | L 200 | Forte |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2350 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2649 mm |
