2000 Nissan Xterra vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Raider
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Raider is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Raider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Raider (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Xterra. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Raider should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 40 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Raider.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Raider (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Raider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Xterra. 2008 Mitsubishi Raider has automatic transmission and 2000 Nissan Xterra has manual transmission. 2000 Nissan Xterra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mitsubishi Raider will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Nissan Xterra | 2008 Mitsubishi Raider | |
Make | Nissan | Mitsubishi |
Model | Xterra | Raider |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2392 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3340 mm |