2007 Acura TL vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Raider
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Raider is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Raider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Raider. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Raider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Raider weights approximately 480 kg more than 2007 Acura TL.
Because 2008 Mitsubishi Raider is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Mitsubishi Raider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Acura TL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Raider. (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Raider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura TL | 2008 Mitsubishi Raider | |
| Make | Acura | Mitsubishi |
| Model | TL | Raider |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 83 L |
