2008 Mini Cooper vs. 2001 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mitsubishi L 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mitsubishi L 200 would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mini Cooper (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi L 200. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 490 kg more than 2008 Mini Cooper.
Because 2001 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Mitsubishi L 200 (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mini Cooper. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mini Cooper | 2001 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
Make | Mini | Mitsubishi |
Model | Cooper | L 200 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2477 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2970 mm |