2006 Mitsubishi L 200 vs. 2009 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2009 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mitsubishi L 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mitsubishi L 200 would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan X-Trail (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi L 200. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 496 kg more than 2006 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi L 200 | 2009 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | L 200 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 147 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |
