2008 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2004 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mitsubishi L 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 would be higher. At 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi L 200. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 640 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chevrolet Equinox (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi L 200. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi L 200. 2008 Chevrolet Equinox has automatic transmission and 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 has manual transmission. 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Equinox will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Chevrolet Equinox | 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
Model | Equinox | L 200 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3425 cc | 2350 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 21.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2970 mm |