1994 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 2010 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 16 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (405 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1994 Mitsubishi Verada. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1994 Mitsubishi Verada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 730 kg more than 1994 Mitsubishi Verada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mitsubishi Verada. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mitsubishi Verada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mitsubishi Verada | 2010 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
| Model | Verada | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 2245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2855 mm |
