2006 Mitsubishi Raider vs. 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle 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 117 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider (393 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. (172 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Raider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Raider | 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Raider | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 1899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |
