2009 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2000 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Impala (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2000 Mitsubishi Verada. (197 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2000 Mitsubishi Verada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 435 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Impala.
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, 2000 Mitsubishi Verada (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Impala. (291 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Impala | 2000 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Impala | Verada |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2730 mm |
