2008 Lincoln MKX vs. 2008 Mitsubishi L 200

To start off, both 2008 Lincoln MKX and 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Lincoln MKX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lincoln MKX (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi L 200. (135 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lincoln MKX should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lincoln MKX weights approximately 175 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi L 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 Lincoln MKX (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi L 200. (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Lincoln MKX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi L 200. 2008 Lincoln MKX has automatic transmission and 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 has manual transmission. 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Lincoln MKX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Lincoln MKX 2008 Mitsubishi L 200
Make Lincoln Mitsubishi
Model MKX L 200
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type SUV Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3496 cc 2477 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 265 HP 135 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 339 Nm 315 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2000 RPM
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2185 kg 2010 kg
Vehicle Length 4740 mm 5010 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1720 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 3010 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.8 L/100km 8.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 75 L


 

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