2010 Mitsu***** Triton

[MDS69 Advanced Member Find all posts View Profile Close MDS69]

Hi All,
I just got a new work ute. It is a 2010 dual cab 2WD Triton GLX auto with the 2.5L T/D. Now my question is does anyone know what the difference is between the engine in the 2WD and the 4WD GLX-R. The specs are
2WD GLX
2.5L T/D
17.0:1 CR
100kW
314Nm @ 2000rpm

4WD GLX-R
2.5L T/D
16.5:1 CR
131kW (only in 4WD model)
350Nm @ 2000rpm (auto)

Apart from compression ratio I don't know what the difference is between the 2 motors. I would like to know if it is possible to perform some sort of upgrade (software/factory engine management chip etc) to get closer to the more powerful motor specs. Also I am looking for the factory differences and do not want to install an external 3rd party part like DP chip etc. I tried looking around on the net but had no luck.
Hoping a couple of the intelligent PP members might know :wink:

TIA

Mark.

[WBY 1 Senior Member Find all posts View Profile Close WBY 1]

Re: 2010 Mitsu***** Triton

different turbos is one thing I think. the high output motor has one of those variable vane turbos which allows for higher boost but avoids the usual trade off of turbo lag at lower rpms. or something along those lines.

[4wd26 Junior Member Find all posts View Profile Close 4wd26]

Re: 2010 Mitsu***** Triton

you could try your question at http://www.newtriton.net/
plenty of info.

[-Junior- Lurker Find all posts View Profile Close -Junior-]

Re: 2010 Mitsu***** Triton

Unless someone else can answer this I will try and get some info in the morning as my wife works for a multi franchise dealer.

[-Junior- Lurker Find all posts View Profile Close -Junior-]

Re: 2010 Mitsu***** Triton

Found out yesterday that the differences are between the engines.
The two wheel drive has the older engine that has been carried over from the old model triton.
The four wheel drive has the new High Output motor, which is also in the Challenger.

Hope that helps answer the question.

[MDS69 Advanced Member Find all posts View Profile Close MDS69]

Re: 2010 Mitsu***** Triton

Thanks for that.
I also have to check out that link that 4wd26 poted up.
I came across a Mitsubishi site but it seemed to be mostly based in the United Kingdom.