2009 Mitsubishi Raider vs. 2013 Acura TL
To start off, 2013 Acura TL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mitsubishi Raider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mitsubishi Raider would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mitsubishi Raider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura TL (279 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2009 Mitsubishi Raider. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2009 Mitsubishi Raider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura TL weights approximately 150 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 2013 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mitsubishi Raider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Acura TL 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, 2013 Acura TL (343 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Raider. (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Raider.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mitsubishi Raider | 2013 Acura TL | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Acura |
Model | Raider | TL |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4928 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2118 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1452 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2775 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |