1996 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 14 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Verada. (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Verada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 249 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Chevrolet Silverado (516 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Verada. (301 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Verada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mitsubishi Verada | 2010 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Chevrolet |
| Model | Verada | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 516 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3380 mm |
