2006 Mitsubishi Raider vs. 2013 Audi A7
To start off, 2013 Audi A7 is newer by 7 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, 2013 Audi A7 (414 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Raider. (230 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Raider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A7 weights approximately 770 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.
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, 2013 Audi A7 (549 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Raider. (393 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Raider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Raider | 2013 Audi A7 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Audi |
| Model | Raider | A7 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2914 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
