2007 Mitsubishi Raider vs. 2011 Cadillac CTS

To start off, 2011 Cadillac CTS is newer by 4 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Raider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Raider. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Raider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Raider weights approximately 29 kg more than 2011 Cadillac CTS.

Because 2011 Cadillac CTS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Raider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Cadillac CTS.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Mitsubishi Raider 2011 Cadillac CTS
Make Mitsubishi Cadillac
Model Raider CTS
Year Released 2007 2011
Body Type Pickup Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3700 cc 3000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 210 HP 270 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 319 Nm 302 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 5700 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 3 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1785 kg 1756 kg
Vehicle Length 5590 mm 4859 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1842 mm
Vehicle Height 1750 mm 1473 mm
Wheelbase Size 3340 mm 2880 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 10.7 L/100km 9 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 14.7 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 83 L 68 L