1997 Mercury MC4 vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Raider
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mercury MC4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mercury MC4 would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Raider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider (230 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1997 Mercury MC4. (202 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercury MC4.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Raider is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Mercury MC4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider (393 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercury MC4. (387 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Raider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercury MC4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mercury MC4 | 2007 Mitsubishi Raider | |
| Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
| Model | MC4 | Raider |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
