2008 Fiat Punto vs. 2007 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2008 Fiat Punto is newer by 1 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 50 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Punto. (84 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 860 kg more than 2008 Fiat Punto. 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 2008 Fiat Punto. 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Punto. (195 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Punto | 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Punto | L 200 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 14.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 75 L |
