2009 Dodge Viper vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Raider
To start off, 2009 Dodge Viper is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mitsubishi Raider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mitsubishi Raider would be higher. At 8,285 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Viper (499 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Raider. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Raider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Raider weights approximately 253 kg more than 2009 Dodge Viper.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2009 Dodge Viper (711 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Raider. (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Raider.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Viper | 2008 Mitsubishi Raider | |
Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
Model | Viper | Raider |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8285 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 499 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 711 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3340 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 21.2 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |