2008 Mazda DrifterX vs. 2007 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2008 Mazda DrifterX 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda DrifterX is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 430 kg more than 2008 Mazda DrifterX.
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, 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda DrifterX. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda DrifterX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda DrifterX | 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | DrifterX | L 200 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 134 HP |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.6:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.8 seconds | 14.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
