2002 Dodge M80 vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Raider
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Dodge M80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Dodge M80 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 20 more horse power than 2002 Dodge M80. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge M80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Raider weights approximately 650 kg more than 2002 Dodge M80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider (393 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge M80. (319 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Raider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge M80. 2007 Mitsubishi Raider has automatic transmission and 2002 Dodge M80 has manual transmission. 2002 Dodge M80 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mitsubishi Raider will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge M80 | 2007 Mitsubishi Raider | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | M80 | Raider |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 83 L |
