4D56 vs 4G13
Side-by-side reliability comparison
Higher reliability score
4G13
BUY
78/100
+13 points over 4D56
0
/ 100
CAUTION
4D56
Mitsubishi
0
/ 100
BUY
4G13
Mitsubishi
Specifications
4D56
4G13
Brand
Mitsubishi
Mitsubishi
Verdict
CAUTION
BUY
Reliability
65
78
Years
1986--2016
1996--2008
Displacement
2477 cc
1298 cc
Layout
I4
I4
Type
Diesel
Petrol Na
Power
99--178 hp
75--82 hp
Known Issues
1
1
Total Risk Cost
€1,000--€3,000
€200--€400
Character
4D56
"L200/Pajero. Legendary tough diesel but known crankshaft balance shaft bearing failure. Timing belt (interference). Injector issues on common rail versions. Old-school tough with a known critical flaw."
4G13
"Colt/Lancer. Simple OHC. Timing belt. Reliable city car engine. Low maintenance. Oil consumption at high mileage. Nothing exciting but dependable."
Issues Comparison
4D56 1
◆ CRITICAL
Balance shaft bearing failure
4G13 1
▲ HIGH
Timing belt (interference)