2008 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Raider
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mitsubishi Raider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mitsubishi Raider would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Raider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider (230 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 1025 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Raider.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider (393 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Raider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Colorado | 2006 Mitsubishi Raider | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
Model | Colorado | Raider |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 4703 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3340 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 83 L |