2006 Mitsubishi Raider vs. 2004 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Sentra would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Raider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Sentra. (126 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Raider weights approximately 35 kg more than 2004 Nissan Sentra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Raider is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Nissan Sentra. 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 (319 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Sentra. (175 Nm). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Raider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Raider | 2004 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Raider | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 50 L |
