2009 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Raider
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Impala 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Raider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Impala (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Raider. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Raider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Raider weights approximately 710 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Impala.
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, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Impala. (291 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Raider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Impala | 2007 Mitsubishi Raider | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
Model | Impala | Raider |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 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 | 291 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5590 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 | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 83 L |