2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 2008 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi L 200. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 627 kg more than 2008 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. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Express (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi L 200. (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi L 200. 2007 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 has manual transmission. 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Express | 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Express | L 200 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 75 L |
