2000 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 2011 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2011 Mazda Premacy is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mitsubishi Verada (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2011 Mazda Premacy. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 160 kg more than 2011 Mazda Premacy. 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 (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda Premacy. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda Premacy. 2000 Mitsubishi Verada has automatic transmission and 2011 Mazda Premacy has manual transmission. 2011 Mazda Premacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mitsubishi Verada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mitsubishi Verada | 2011 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mazda |
| Model | Verada | Premacy |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
