2009 Mitsubishi Raider vs. 2008 Audi A6
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Raider is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A6 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mitsubishi Raider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Mitsubishi Raider. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mitsubishi Raider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2009 Mitsubishi Raider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mitsubishi Raider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 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, 2008 Audi A6 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Raider. (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Raider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mitsubishi Raider | 2008 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Audi |
| Model | Raider | A6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |
