2005 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (411 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Verada. (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Verada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1214 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Verada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mitsubishi Verada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 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, 2011 Ford F-150 (588 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Verada. (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Verada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Verada | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Ford |
| Model | Verada | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 411 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2724 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5603 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2192 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1994 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3386 mm |
