2003 Buick Blackhawk vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Verada is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Buick Blackhawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Buick Blackhawk would be higher. At 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Blackhawk (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Verada. (208 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Verada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Blackhawk weights approximately 123 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Verada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Buick Blackhawk 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 2003 Buick Blackhawk. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2003 Buick Blackhawk (692 Nm) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Verada. (316 Nm). This means 2003 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Verada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Blackhawk | 2004 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Blackhawk | Verada |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7458 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 692 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2730 mm |
