2006 Kia Picanto vs. 2006 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, both 2006 Kia Picanto and 2006 Mitsubishi L 200 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi L 200 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2006 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi L 200 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Picanto weights approximately 184 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi L 200.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Kia Picanto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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. 2006 Kia Picanto has automatic transmission and 2006 Mitsubishi L 200 has manual transmission. 2006 Mitsubishi L 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Kia Picanto will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Picanto | 2006 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Picanto | L 200 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| 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 |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 147 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 75 L |
