2006 Honda Odyssey vs. 1997 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2006 Honda Odyssey is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1997 Mitsubishi Verada. (197 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1997 Mitsubishi Verada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 596 kg more than 1997 Mitsubishi Verada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Odyssey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Mitsubishi Verada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey 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, 2006 Honda Odyssey (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mitsubishi Verada. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mitsubishi Verada.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Odyssey | 1997 Mitsubishi Verada | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Odyssey | Verada |
Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2106 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2730 mm |