2008 Mitsubishi L 200 vs. 2008 Nissan Maxima
To start off, both 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 and 2008 Nissan Maxima were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Maxima (197 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi L 200. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 370 kg more than 2008 Nissan Maxima.
Because 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Maxima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Maxima. (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Maxima.
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2008 Mitsubishi L 200 | 2008 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
Model | L 200 | Maxima |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2477 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 73.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |