2008 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Raider
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Impala and 2008 Mitsubishi Raider were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Raider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Impala (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Raider. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Raider.
Because 2008 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 2008 Mitsubishi Raider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Impala, 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Raider (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Impala. (290 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Raider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Impala. 2008 Chevrolet Impala has automatic transmission and 2008 Mitsubishi Raider has manual transmission. 2008 Mitsubishi Raider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Impala will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Chevrolet Impala | 2008 Mitsubishi Raider | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
Model | Impala | Raider |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3507 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3340 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 83 L |