2007 Mitsubishi L 200 vs. 2010 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i30 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mitsubishi L 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai i30. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 706 kg more than 2010 Hyundai i30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Hyundai i30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Mitsubishi L 200 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 | 2010 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Hyundai |
| Model | L 200 | i30 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.2 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 53 L |
