1998 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 2004 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2004 Toyota Sequoia 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Sequoia (240 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi Verada. (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1998 Mitsubishi Verada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 790 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Toyota Sequoia (427 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Verada. (300 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Verada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mitsubishi Verada | 2004 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Verada | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3010 mm |
