2006 Ford Maverick vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Raider
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Raider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider (230 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2006 Ford Maverick. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Raider weights approximately 180 kg more than 2006 Ford Maverick. 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider (393 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Maverick. (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Raider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Maverick | 2007 Mitsubishi Raider | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Maverick | Raider |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 83 L |
