2006 Mitsubishi Raider vs. 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 5 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco. (120 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco weights approximately 123 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Raider.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Raider is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco. 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 @ 3600 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco. (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Raider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Raider | 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Raider | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1404 mm |
