2008 Hyundai Veracruz vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor would be higher. At 3,827 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor. (212 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor weights approximately 792 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Veracruz.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Hyundai Veracruz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor 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, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor. (339 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Veracruz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Veracruz | 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Veracruz | Endeavor |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 3827 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 348 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2770 mm |
