1994 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 2007 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2007 Toyota Highlander is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1994 Mitsubishi Verada. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1994 Mitsubishi Verada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 441 kg more than 2007 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2007 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Mitsubishi Verada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Toyota Highlander (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mitsubishi Verada. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mitsubishi Verada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mitsubishi Verada | 2007 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Verada | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 3311 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
