2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Raider
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Raider is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri 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 105 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Raider should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Raider weights approximately 465 kg more than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (260 Nm). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Raider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri | 2008 Mitsubishi Raider | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Centauri | Raider |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3340 mm |
