2004 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Raider
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Raider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier weights approximately 99 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Raider.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Raider is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider (319 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. (203 Nm). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Raider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier.
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2004 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2006 Mitsubishi Raider | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
Model | Cavalier | Raider |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 3704 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 319 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3340 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 83 L |