2009 Acura MDX vs. 2000 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2009 Acura MDX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mitsubishi L 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mitsubishi L 200 would be higher. At 3,663 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2000 Mitsubishi L 200. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2000 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura MDX weights approximately 79 kg more than 2000 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, 2009 Acura MDX (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mitsubishi L 200. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mitsubishi L 200. 2009 Acura MDX has automatic transmission and 2000 Mitsubishi L 200 has manual transmission. 2000 Mitsubishi L 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Acura MDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura MDX | 2000 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | Acura | Mitsubishi |
| Model | MDX | L 200 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3663 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2970 mm |
