2006 Mitsubishi L 200 vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 5 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Forester (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi L 200. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 251 kg more than 2011 Subaru Forester.
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. 2011 Subaru Forester 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. 2011 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi L 200 | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
| Model | L 200 | Forester |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |
