2008 Mitsubishi L 200 vs. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, both 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 and 2008 Nissan Pathfinder were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi L 200. (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 155 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 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi L 200. (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi L 200. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Mitsubishi L 200 | 2008 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
Model | L 200 | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2477 cc | 3952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 2165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |