2002 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 2000 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2002 Mitsubishi Verada is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi Verada (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2000 Holden Commodore. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 2000 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Commodore weights approximately 100 kg more than 2002 Mitsubishi Verada.
Because 2000 Holden Commodore 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 2000 Holden Commodore. 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 Mitsubishi Verada (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Holden Commodore. (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mitsubishi Verada | 2000 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Holden |
| Model | Verada | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2950 mm |
