2007 Mazda 6 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 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (213 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi L 200. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 1110 kg more than 2007 Mazda 6.
Because 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 6. (267 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 6. 2007 Mazda 6 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 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 6 | 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 6 | L 200 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 267 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
