2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Raider
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Raider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (161 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Raider weights approximately 546 kg more than 2005 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (200 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Raider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Xsara | 2007 Mitsubishi Raider | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Xsara | Raider |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1239 kg | 1785 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 83 L |
