2002 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 2010 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2010 GMC Canyon is newer by 8 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi Verada (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2010 GMC Canyon. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 2010 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Canyon weights approximately 968 kg more than 2002 Mitsubishi Verada.
Because 2010 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mitsubishi Verada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 GMC Canyon will offer significantly more control. 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 GMC Canyon. 2002 Mitsubishi Verada has automatic transmission and 2010 GMC Canyon has manual transmission. 2010 GMC Canyon 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 Mitsubishi Verada | 2010 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | GMC |
| Model | Verada | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
