2002 Ford Mustang vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, both 2002 Ford Mustang and 2002 Mitsubishi Verada were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Mustang (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi Verada. (208 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi Verada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 28 kg more than 2002 Ford Mustang.
Because 2002 Ford Mustang 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 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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 Ford Mustang (529 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi Verada. (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mitsubishi Verada. 2002 Mitsubishi Verada has automatic transmission and 2002 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2002 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Mitsubishi Verada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Mustang | 2002 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Mustang | Verada |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |
