2007 Mitsubishi Raider vs. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Vauxhall Frontera would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Raider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider (230 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 374 kg more than 2007 Mitsubishi Raider.
Because 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mitsubishi Raider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera 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 (393 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Raider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Raider | 1999 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Vauxhall |
| Model | Raider | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2710 mm |
