2006 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi Verada. (208 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi Verada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 740 kg more than 2002 Mitsubishi Verada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Suburban 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 2006 Chevrolet Suburban. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi Verada. (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mitsubishi Verada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Suburban | 2002 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Suburban | Verada |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2730 mm |
