2007 Mitsubishi Raider vs. 2013 Volvo X670

To start off, 2013 Volvo X670 is newer by 6 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Raider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo X670 (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Raider. (230 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo X670 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Raider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo X670 weights approximately 422 kg more than 2007 Mitsubishi Raider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Mitsubishi Raider 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 2007 Mitsubishi Raider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo X670, 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 (393 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo X670. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Raider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo X670.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Mitsubishi Raider 2013 Volvo X670
Make Mitsubishi Volvo
Model Raider X670
Year Released 2007 2013
Body Type Pickup Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4701 cc 3200 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 6 valves
Horse Power 230 HP 237 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 393 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3200 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1450 kg 1872 kg
Vehicle Length 5590 mm 4838 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1750 mm 1604 mm
Wheelbase Size 3340 mm 2815 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 11.8 L/100km 8.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 15.7 L/100km 11.6 L/100km


 

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