1999 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 2005 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (282 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1999 Mitsubishi Verada. (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1999 Mitsubishi Verada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 769 kg more than 1999 Mitsubishi Verada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mitsubishi Verada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (427 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mitsubishi Verada. (300 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mitsubishi Verada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mitsubishi Verada | 2005 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Verada | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| 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 | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3010 mm |
