2004 Honda FR-V vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2004 Honda FR-V is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mitsubishi Verada (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2004 Honda FR-V. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda FR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda FR-V weights approximately 185 kg more than 2001 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, 2004 Honda FR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Verada. (317 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Verada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda FR-V | 2001 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | FR-V | Verada |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |
