2001 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 2012 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2012 Nissan Altima 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 33 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 112 kg more than 2012 Nissan Altima. 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, 2001 Mitsubishi Verada (317 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mitsubishi Verada | 2012 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Verada | Altima |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 317 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2675 mm |
