2006 Mitsubishi Raider vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 6 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Raider. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Raider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 516 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, 2012 Dodge Ram (552 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Raider. (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Raider.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mitsubishi Raider | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Dodge |
Model | Raider | Ram |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3704 cc | 5654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 552 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1691 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 5790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 3560 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 12.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 98 L |