2007 Audi A3 vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Raider
To start off, both 2007 Audi A3 and 2007 Mitsubishi Raider were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Raider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider (220 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2007 Audi A3. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A3.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Raider is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A3. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Raider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A3. 2007 Audi A3 has automatic transmission and 2007 Mitsubishi Raider has manual transmission. 2007 Mitsubishi Raider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A3 | 2007 Mitsubishi Raider | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A3 | Raider |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3340 mm |
