2006 Mitsubishi Raider vs. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado

To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 4 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 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 45 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 86 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Raider.

Because 2006 Mitsubishi Raider is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. 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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Raider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Mitsubishi Raider 2010 Chevrolet Colorado
Make Mitsubishi Chevrolet
Model Raider Colorado
Year Released 2006 2010
Body Type Pickup Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4703 cc 2901 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 230 HP 185 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 393 Nm 258 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 12.0:1 9.1:1
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1175 kg 1261 kg
Vehicle Length 5590 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1750 mm 1650 mm
Wheelbase Size 3340 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 11.8 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 15.7 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.8 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 83 L 72 L


 

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