2012 Volkswagen Sharan vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Raider
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 4 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Raider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Raider (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. (113 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Raider should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 232 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Raider.
Because 2008 Mitsubishi Raider is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Raider 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 Mitsubishi Raider (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Raider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. 2008 Mitsubishi Raider has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen Sharan has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mitsubishi Raider will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Volkswagen Sharan | 2008 Mitsubishi Raider | |
Make | Volkswagen | Mitsubishi |
Model | Sharan | Raider |
Year Released | 2012 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1772 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4854 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1904 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2919 mm | 3340 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.9 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 6.9 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |