2008 Mitsubishi L 200 vs. 2009 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2009 Nissan NP300 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mitsubishi L 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan NP300 (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi L 200. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan NP300 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 478 kg more than 2009 Nissan NP300.
Because 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan NP300. 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan NP300. (205 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan NP300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 | 2009 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | L 200 | NP300 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
