1996 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 12 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Verada. (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Verada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 856 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.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Mitsubishi Verada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton (550 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Verada. (301 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Verada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mitsubishi Verada | 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Verada | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2366 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2890 mm |
