2009 Ford Escape vs. 1999 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mitsubishi L 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1999 Mitsubishi L 200. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1999 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 733 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
Because 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Escape. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Escape | L 200 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2970 mm |
