2006 Mitsubishi Raider vs. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 64 more horse power than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider should accelerate faster than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 403 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 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 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Raider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Raider | 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Suzuki |
| Model | Raider | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4501 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 66 L |
