2009 Honda CR-V vs. 2000 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V 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 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mitsubishi Verada (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2009 Honda CR-V. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda CR-V weights approximately 533 kg more than 2000 Mitsubishi Verada.
Because 2009 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mitsubishi Verada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V 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, 2000 Mitsubishi Verada (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda CR-V | 2000 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | CR-V | Verada |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
