2007 Ford Fiesta vs. 1999 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2007 Ford Fiesta is newer by 8 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 11 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (89 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 578 kg more than 2007 Ford Fiesta. 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 2007 Ford Fiesta. 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Fiesta | 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Fiesta | L 200 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1127 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2970 mm |
