2009 BMW 550 vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Raider
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 2 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Raider. (220 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Raider.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Raider is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider 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, 2009 BMW 550 (489 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Raider. (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Raider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 550 | 2007 Mitsubishi Raider | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 550 | Raider |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3340 mm |
