2001 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 1996 Nissan Stagea
To start off, 2001 Mitsubishi Verada is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Stagea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Stagea would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mitsubishi Verada (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Stagea. (187 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Stagea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Stagea weights approximately 116 kg more than 2001 Mitsubishi Verada.
Because 1996 Nissan Stagea is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Nissan Stagea. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Verada, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mitsubishi Verada (317 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Stagea. (234 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Stagea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mitsubishi Verada | 1996 Nissan Stagea | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Verada | Stagea |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 317 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
