2004 Ford F-250 vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Raider
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Raider is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-250 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Raider. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Raider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-250 weights approximately 785 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Raider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mitsubishi Raider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-250 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, 2004 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Raider. (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Raider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-250 | 2008 Mitsubishi Raider | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | F-250 | Raider |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2640 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 83 L |
