2008 Acura TL vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1999 Mitsubishi Verada. (197 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1999 Mitsubishi Verada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 236 kg more than 2008 Acura TL.
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, 2008 Acura TL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mitsubishi Verada. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mitsubishi Verada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TL | 1999 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Acura | Mitsubishi |
| Model | TL | Verada |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |
