1998 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 2004 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2004 Toyota Highlander is newer by 6 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 49 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Highlander. (148 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 175 kg more than 1998 Mitsubishi Verada.
Because 2004 Toyota Highlander 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, 2004 Toyota Highlander 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, 1998 Mitsubishi Verada (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Highlander. (222 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mitsubishi Verada | 2004 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Verada | Highlander |
Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |