2009 Mitsubishi Raider vs. 2001 Toyota Avensis

To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Raider is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mitsubishi Raider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mitsubishi Raider (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Raider should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Raider weights approximately 80 kg more than 2001 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 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 2009 Mitsubishi Raider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Avensis, 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, 2009 Mitsubishi Raider (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mitsubishi Raider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Avensis.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Mitsubishi Raider 2001 Toyota Avensis
Make Mitsubishi Toyota
Model Raider Avensis
Year Released 2009 2001
Body Type Pickup Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3700 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 210 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 319 Nm 192 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 9.8:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 6 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1540 kg 1460 kg
Vehicle Length 5560 mm 4660 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1750 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase Size 3340 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 11.8 L/100km 7.3 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 15.7 L/100km 12 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.8 L/100km 8.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 83 L 60 L