2002 Hyundai HCD-7 vs. 2000 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2002 Hyundai HCD-7 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 4,498 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai HCD-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Hyundai HCD-7 (270 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2000 Mitsubishi Verada. (197 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai HCD-7 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mitsubishi Verada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai HCD-7 weights approximately 180 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.
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, 2000 Mitsubishi Verada (300 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai HCD-7. (180 Nm). This means 2000 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai HCD-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Hyundai HCD-7 | 2000 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
| Model | HCD-7 | Verada |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4498 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2730 mm |
