2006 Mitsubishi Raider vs. 1996 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche Boxster 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 29 more horse power than 1996 Porsche Boxster. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider should accelerate faster than 1996 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 77 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Raider.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Raider is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider 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 Mitsubishi Raider (393 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Porsche Boxster. (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Raider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Raider | 1996 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
| Model | Raider | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1252 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 64 L |
