1997 Ford F-250 vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi Verada is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-250 (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi Verada. (197 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1998 Mitsubishi Verada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 870 kg more than 1998 Mitsubishi Verada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mitsubishi Verada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 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, 1997 Ford F-250 (575 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Verada. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Verada.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford F-250 | 1998 Mitsubishi Verada | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | F-250 | Verada |
Year Released | 1997 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6800 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 575 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2380 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2730 mm |