2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Raider
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Raider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider (230 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 510 kg more than 2007 Mitsubishi Raider.
Because 2009 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mitsubishi Raider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider (393 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Raider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Nitro | 2007 Mitsubishi Raider | |
Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
Model | Nitro | Raider |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3699 cc | 4701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3340 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 83 L |