2006 Mitsubishi Raider vs. 1997 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,747 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Pontiac Firebird (305 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Raider. (230 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Raider.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Pontiac Firebird (454 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Raider. (393 Nm). This means 1997 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Raider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Raider | 1997 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Pontiac |
| Model | Raider | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 5747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2810 mm |
