2004 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 2003 Mazda 6
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Verada is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda 6 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 70 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 6. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 190 kg more than 2003 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Mitsubishi Verada (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 6. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Verada | 2003 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mazda |
| Model | Verada | 6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2620 mm |
