2004 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 2000 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Verada is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Verada (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 280 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mitsubishi Verada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Vitara 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Verada (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. (138 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. 2004 Mitsubishi Verada has automatic transmission and 2000 Suzuki Vitara has manual transmission. 2000 Suzuki Vitara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mitsubishi Verada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Mitsubishi Verada | 2000 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Suzuki |
Model | Verada | Vitara |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2210 mm |