1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT vs. 2002 Xedos 9
To start off, 2002 Xedos 9 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT would be higher. At 2,970 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT (221 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2002 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT should accelerate faster than 2002 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Xedos 9 weights approximately 109 kg more than 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT (280 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT | 2002 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Xedos |
| Model | 3000GT | 9 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2970 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2760 mm |
