2009 Ford F-150 vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (311 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Verada. (208 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Verada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 544 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150.
Because 2009 Ford F-150 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ford F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Verada, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Verada. (317 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Verada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-150 | 2001 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | F-150 | Verada |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2730 mm |
