2004 Mazda 3 vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Raider
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda 3 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 86 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 3. (144 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Raider weights approximately 562 kg more than 2004 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Raider is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mazda 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider (393 Nm) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 3. (184 Nm). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Raider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda 3 | 2007 Mitsubishi Raider | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 3 | Raider |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1223 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 83 L |
