2009 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1997 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mitsubishi L 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1997 Mitsubishi L 200. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1997 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 220 kg more than 1997 Mitsubishi L 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercury Mountaineer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mitsubishi L 200. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mitsubishi L 200. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 has manual transmission. 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Mercury Mountaineer | 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
Model | Mountaineer | L 200 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4009 cc | 2477 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2970 mm |