2002 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 2011 Lexus LX
To start off, 2011 Lexus LX is newer by 9 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus LX (383 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi Verada. (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi Verada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus LX weights approximately 1209 kg more than 2002 Mitsubishi Verada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Lexus LX 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, 2011 Lexus LX 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, 2011 Lexus LX (546 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi Verada. (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mitsubishi Verada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mitsubishi Verada | 2011 Lexus LX | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Lexus |
| Model | Verada | LX |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 383 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 546 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4991 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2850 mm |
