2002 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix (303 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi Verada. (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi Verada.
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, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix (438 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi Verada. (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mitsubishi Verada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mitsubishi Verada | 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Pontiac |
| Model | Verada | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 5326 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 438 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2810 mm |
