2007 Mitsubishi L 200 vs. 2010 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2010 Toyota Prius 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, both vehicles can yield 134 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 540 kg more than 2010 Toyota Prius.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Toyota Prius. 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 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 | 2010 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | L 200 | Prius |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1745 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |
