2006 Fiat Punto vs. 2002 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2006 Fiat Punto is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mitsubishi L 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 (100 HP) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Punto. (79 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Punto weights approximately 78 kg more than 2002 Mitsubishi L 200.
Because 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Punto. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Punto | 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Punto | L 200 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2970 mm |
