2006 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Raider

To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Raider is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Raider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Raider. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Raider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Raider. 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, 2006 Audi A4 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Raider. (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Raider.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Audi A4 2008 Mitsubishi Raider
Make Audi Mitsubishi
Model A4 Raider
Year Released 2006 2008
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3129 cc 3701 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 255 HP 210 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 319 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1880 kg 1540 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 5560 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1750 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 3340 mm
Fuel Consumption 8.7 L/100km 13.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.8 L/100km 17 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.2 L/100km 15.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 83 L


 

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