1998 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 2002 Xedos 9
To start off, 2002 Xedos 9 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Verada (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2002 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 2002 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Xedos 9 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1998 Mitsubishi Verada.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Mitsubishi Verada (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mitsubishi Verada | 2002 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Xedos |
| Model | Verada | 9 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
