2006 Mitsubishi Raider vs. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte (433 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Raider. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Raider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 809 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.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Raider is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Maserati Quattroporte. 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, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Raider. (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Raider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Raider | 2012 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Maserati |
| Model | Raider | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 433 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 3063 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 90 L |
