2005 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 2001 Toyota BB
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Verada is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota BB would be higher. At 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Verada (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2001 Toyota BB. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota BB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 490 kg more than 2001 Toyota BB. 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Verada (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota BB. (150 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota BB.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Verada | 2001 Toyota BB | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Verada | BB |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
