1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Verada is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Express (217 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Verada. (208 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Verada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 854 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Verada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Chevrolet Express is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Verada, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Chevrolet Express (379 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Verada. (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Verada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Express | 2004 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Express | Verada |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4997 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 379 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2364 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2730 mm |
