2007 Kia Carnival vs. 2002 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2007 Kia Carnival is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mitsubishi L 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Carnival (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi L 200. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Carnival weights approximately 319 kg more than 2002 Mitsubishi L 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Carnival. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2007 Kia Carnival (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi L 200. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mitsubishi L 200.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Carnival | 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
Model | Carnival | L 200 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2477 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2024 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2970 mm |