2008 Mitsubishi L 200 vs. 2007 Proton Satria
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Proton Satria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Proton Satria would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Proton Satria. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 should accelerate faster than 2007 Proton Satria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 851 kg more than 2007 Proton Satria. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Proton Satria. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Proton Satria.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 | 2007 Proton Satria | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Proton |
| Model | L 200 | Satria |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1159 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
