2007 Mitsubishi L 200 vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 4 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, 2011 BMW 120 (169 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi L 200. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 625 kg more than 2011 BMW 120.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 120. 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 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 120. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 | 2011 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | BMW |
| Model | L 200 | 120 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 53 L |
