2006 Hyundai Atos vs. 1999 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Atos is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mitsubishi L 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 820 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Atos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Hyundai Atos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Atos | 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Atos | L 200 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5450 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2970 mm |
