1997 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 2001 Toyota Brevis
To start off, 2001 Toyota Brevis is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Brevis (211 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1997 Mitsubishi Verada. (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Brevis should accelerate faster than 1997 Mitsubishi Verada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Brevis weights approximately 40 kg more than 1997 Mitsubishi Verada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Brevis 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 2001 Toyota Brevis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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 Mitsubishi Verada (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Brevis. (280 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Brevis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mitsubishi Verada | 2001 Toyota Brevis | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Verada | Brevis |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2790 mm |
