2001 Honda Accord vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2001 Honda Accord is newer by 2 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi Verada (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2001 Honda Accord. (65 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 200 kg more than 2001 Honda Accord. 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, 1999 Mitsubishi Verada (300 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Accord. (264 Nm). This means 1999 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Accord | 1999 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Accord | Verada |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2730 mm |
