2005 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 Mitsubishi Outlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 31 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (199 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 495 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Raider.
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, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider (393 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (303 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Raider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2006 Mitsubishi Raider | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Outlander | Raider |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 199 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 303 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 83 L |
