2000 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 13 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 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (266 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2000 Mitsubishi Verada. (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2000 Mitsubishi Verada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 395 kg more than 2000 Mitsubishi Verada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Cadillac CTS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mitsubishi Verada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS 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, 2000 Mitsubishi Verada (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2000 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mitsubishi Verada | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Cadillac |
| Model | Verada | CTS |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2880 mm |
