2006 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1996 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2006 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi L 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 would be higher. At 2,688 cc, 2006 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi L 200. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 245 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi L 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Dodge Sprinter (331 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi L 200. (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi L 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Sprinter | 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sprinter | L 200 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 2477 cc |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2260 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2970 mm |
