2006 Lexus GX vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Raider
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Raider is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lexus GX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lexus GX would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus GX (263 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2009 Mitsubishi Raider. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 2009 Mitsubishi Raider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Raider weights approximately 138 kg more than 2006 Lexus GX.
Because 2006 Lexus GX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mitsubishi Raider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Lexus GX will offer significantly more control. 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 Lexus GX (438 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Raider. (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Raider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus GX | 2009 Mitsubishi Raider | |
| Make | Lexus | Mitsubishi |
| Model | GX | Raider |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4671 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 438 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1742 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 83 L |
