1998 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 2011 Ford Edge
To start off, 2011 Ford Edge is newer by 13 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Edge (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi Verada. (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 1998 Mitsubishi Verada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Edge weights approximately 436 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Ford Edge (379 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Verada. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Verada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mitsubishi Verada | 2011 Ford Edge | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Ford |
| Model | Verada | Edge |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 379 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1946 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4679 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2824 mm |
