2008 Cadillac DTS vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Raider
To start off, 2008 Cadillac DTS is newer by 1 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac DTS (292 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Raider. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Raider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Raider weights approximately 147 kg more than 2008 Cadillac DTS.
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, 2008 Cadillac DTS (391 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Raider. (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Raider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac DTS | 2007 Mitsubishi Raider | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
| Model | DTS | Raider |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 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 | 1638 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 83 L |
