1998 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 2010 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2010 Nissan Navara is newer by 12 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 25 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Navara. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Navara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Navara weights approximately 522 kg more than 1998 Mitsubishi Verada.
Because 2010 Nissan Navara 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, 2010 Nissan Navara 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, 2010 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Verada. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Verada. 1998 Mitsubishi Verada has automatic transmission and 2010 Nissan Navara has manual transmission. 2010 Nissan Navara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Mitsubishi Verada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mitsubishi Verada | 2010 Nissan Navara | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
Model | Verada | Navara |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3210 mm |