2006 Hyundai Coupe vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Coupe 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi Verada (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Coupe. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 102 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Coupe. 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, 2002 Mitsubishi Verada (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Coupe. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Coupe | 2002 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Coupe | Verada |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1408 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2730 mm |
