2007 Mitsubishi Raider vs. 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Raider. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Raider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Raider weights approximately 438 kg more than 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Pontiac Grand Prix (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Raider. (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Raider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Raider | 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Pontiac |
| Model | Raider | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 3786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 64 L |
