2001 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 2011 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2011 GMC Yukon is newer by 10 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Verada. (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Verada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1044 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 2011 GMC Yukon 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 2011 GMC Yukon. 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, 2011 GMC Yukon (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Verada. (317 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Verada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mitsubishi Verada | 2011 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | GMC |
| Model | Verada | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 317 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2946 mm |
