2007 Mitsubishi Raider vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 5 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, 2012 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Raider. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Raider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Raider weights approximately 160 kg more than 2012 BMW 328.
Because 2012 BMW 328 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mitsubishi Raider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 will offer significantly more control. 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Raider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Raider | 2012 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | BMW |
| Model | Raider | 328 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4536 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 57 L |
