2004 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 2002 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Verada is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Porsche Carrera GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche Carrera GT would be higher. At 5,731 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 396 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Verada. (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Verada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 165 kg more than 2002 Porsche Carrera GT.
Because 2002 Porsche Carrera GT 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 2002 Porsche Carrera GT. 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, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT (620 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Verada. (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Verada. 2004 Mitsubishi Verada has automatic transmission and 2002 Porsche Carrera GT has manual transmission. 2002 Porsche Carrera GT 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Verada | 2002 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
| Model | Verada | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 5731 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |
