2007 Lexus IS vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Raider
To start off, 2007 Lexus IS is newer by 1 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 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Raider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Lexus IS. (205 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus IS weights approximately 385 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Raider.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Raider is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Lexus IS. 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus IS. (252 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Raider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus IS | 2006 Mitsubishi Raider | |
| Make | Lexus | Mitsubishi |
| Model | IS | Raider |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 3704 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 83 L |
