2001 BMW X Coupe vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2001 BMW X Coupe is newer by 3 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Verada (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2001 BMW X Coupe. (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW X Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X Coupe weights approximately 85 kg more than 1998 Mitsubishi Verada.
Because 2001 BMW X Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mitsubishi Verada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 BMW X Coupe 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, 2001 BMW X Coupe (397 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Verada. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Verada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW X Coupe | 1998 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | X Coupe | Verada |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 397 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
