2006 Mitsubishi Raider vs. 2008 Audi A4
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mitsubishi Raider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mitsubishi Raider would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Raider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Raider. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Raider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 435 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Raider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Audi A4 (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Raider. (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Raider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Raider | 2008 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Audi |
| Model | Raider | A4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |
