2007 Mitsubishi Raider vs. 2006 Saleen S7
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Saleen S7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Saleen S7 would be higher. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Saleen S7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saleen S7 (750 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 520 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Raider. (230 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saleen S7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Raider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Raider weights approximately 203 kg more than 2006 Saleen S7.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Saleen S7 (949 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 556 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Raider. (393 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Saleen S7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Raider. 2007 Mitsubishi Raider has automatic transmission and 2006 Saleen S7 has manual transmission. 2006 Saleen S7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mitsubishi Raider will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mitsubishi Raider | 2006 Saleen S7 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Saleen |
Model | Raider | S7 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 7000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 750 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 949 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1981 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1041 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2692 mm |