2001 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Verada. (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Verada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 20 kg more than 2001 Mitsubishi Verada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mitsubishi Verada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Verada. (317 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Verada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mitsubishi Verada | 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Verada | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 3952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 317 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |
