2000 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 1997 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2000 Mitsubishi Verada is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mitsubishi Verada (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 406. (191 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 140 kg more than 1997 Peugeot 406. 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, 2000 Mitsubishi Verada (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 406. (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mitsubishi Verada | 1997 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Peugeot |
| Model | Verada | 406 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
