1996 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 2007 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2007 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saab 05-Sep (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Verada. (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Verada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 15 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Verada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Saab 05-Sep (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Verada. (301 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Verada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mitsubishi Verada | 2007 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Saab |
| Model | Verada | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
