2009 Mazda CX-7 vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi Verada. (197 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1998 Mitsubishi Verada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 330 kg more than 2009 Mazda CX-7.
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, 2009 Mazda CX-7 (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Verada. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Verada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda CX-7 | 1998 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | CX-7 | Verada |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
