2008 Mitsubishi L 200 vs. 2008 Renault Modus

To start off, both 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 and 2008 Renault Modus were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2008 Renault Modus. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Modus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 665 kg more than 2008 Renault Modus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Renault Modus. 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 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Modus. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Modus.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Mitsubishi L 200 2008 Renault Modus
Make Mitsubishi Renault
Model L 200 Modus
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Pickup Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2477 cc 1596 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 134 HP 110 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 315 Nm 151 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 91.1 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95 mm 80.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 17.5:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 167 km/hour 188 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 14.6 seconds 10.3 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1910 kg 1245 kg
Vehicle Length 5120 mm 3800 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1780 mm 1600 mm
Wheelbase Size 3010 mm 2490 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.6 L/100km 6.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 49 L


 

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