1998 Ford Explorer vs. 2000 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2000 Mitsubishi Verada is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mitsubishi Verada (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1998 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 390 kg more than 2000 Mitsubishi Verada.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Mitsubishi Verada (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Explorer | 2000 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Explorer | Verada |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2730 mm |
