2002 BMW 740 vs. 2000 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2002 BMW 740 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 3,901 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 740 (254 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2000 Mitsubishi Verada. (197 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mitsubishi Verada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 740 weights approximately 506 kg more than 2000 Mitsubishi Verada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 BMW 740 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 2002 BMW 740. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2002 BMW 740 (600 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mitsubishi Verada. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mitsubishi Verada.
Compare all specifications:
2002 BMW 740 | 2000 Mitsubishi Verada | |
Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
Model | 740 | Verada |
Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3901 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2730 mm |