2005 BMW 730 vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Raider
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 730 would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Raider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider (230 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 BMW 730. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 730 weights approximately 800 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Raider.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Raider is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 730. 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, 2005 BMW 730 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Raider. (393 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Raider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 730 | 2006 Mitsubishi Raider | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 730 | Raider |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.3 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 83 L |
