2005 Mitsubishi L 200 vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 7 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (237 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi L 200. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma 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 36 kg more than 2012 Toyota Tacoma.
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, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi L 200. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi L 200.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mitsubishi L 200 | 2012 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | L 200 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2350 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3250 mm |