2007 Mitsubishi Raider vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mitsubishi Raider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mitsubishi Raider would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Raider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (122 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Raider weights approximately 101 kg more than 2009 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (157 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Raider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Raider | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Raider | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |
