2007 Mitsubishi Raider vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4

To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. 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 54 more horse power than 2006 Toyota RAV4. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota RAV4.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota RAV4. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Raider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota RAV4.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Mitsubishi Raider 2006 Toyota RAV4
Make Mitsubishi Toyota
Model Raider RAV4
Year Released 2007 2006
Body Type Pickup SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2966 cc 2360 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 220 HP 166 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 277 Nm 224 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 3 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 5590 mm 4610 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1750 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 3340 mm 2670 mm


 

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