2006 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2001 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2006 Chrysler Pacifica is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mitsubishi L 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mitsubishi L 200 would be higher. At 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler Pacifica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler Pacifica (251 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi L 200. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2006 Chrysler Pacifica.
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, 2006 Chrysler Pacifica (339 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi L 200. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Pacifica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi L 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Pacifica | 2001 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Pacifica | L 200 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3966 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2970 mm |
