2005 Honda HR-V vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Raider
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Raider is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mitsubishi Raider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mitsubishi Raider (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Raider should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Raider weights approximately 231 kg more than 2005 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2009 Mitsubishi Raider (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Mitsubishi Raider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V. 2009 Mitsubishi Raider has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda HR-V has manual transmission. 2005 Honda HR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mitsubishi Raider will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda HR-V | 2009 Mitsubishi Raider | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | HR-V | Raider |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1309 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 83 L |
