2006 Jaguar XJ 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 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XJ (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Raider. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Raider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Raider weights approximately 101 kg more than 2006 Jaguar XJ.
Because 2006 Jaguar XJ is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Jaguar XJ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Jaguar XJ (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Raider. (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Raider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar XJ | 2007 Mitsubishi Raider | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mitsubishi |
| Model | XJ | Raider |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 83 L |
