2005 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1998 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2005 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mitsubishi L 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Cherokee (144 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi L 200. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1998 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 28 kg more than 2005 Jeep Cherokee.
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, 2005 Jeep Cherokee (343 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi L 200. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi L 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Cherokee | 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | Jeep | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Cherokee | L 200 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2970 mm |
