Petrol engines (Toyota Hilux) are generally quieter, smoother, and better suited for short trips due to quicker warm-up times. Diesel (Mitsubishi L 200) engines, on the other hand, offer superior fuel efficiency and torque, making them ideal for long-distance driving and heavy loads. Read more: Petrol vs. Diesel: Fuel Economy and Key Differences.
Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a Toyota Hilux engine could be longer.
Engine production duration:
21 years
10 years
Engine spread:
Installed on at least 2 other car models, including Toyota Land Cruiser, Toyota Tacoma
Used only for this car
In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Toyota Hilux might be a better choice in this respect.
Hydraulic tappets:
yes
no
The Toyota Hilux engine has hydraulic tappets (lifters), providing quieter operation and no need for periodic adjustment, but they are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in case of failure.
Toyota Hilux 2017 2.7 engine: A robust and reliable engine.
Automatic transmission versions may experience increased vibration at idle.
Dimensions
Length:
5.33 m
5.23 m
Width:
1.80 m
1.82 m
Height:
1.70 m
1.78 m
Toyota Hilux is 11 cm longer than the Mitsubishi L 200, 2 cm narrower, while the height of Toyota Hilux is 8 cm lower.
