2001 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 11 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mitsubishi Verada (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze (360 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Verada. (317 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Verada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mitsubishi Verada | 2012 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Chevrolet |
| Model | Verada | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 317 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2685 mm |
