1990 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2004 Citroen C5
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Citroen Rally Raid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Citroen Rally Raid would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid (297 HP) has 238 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 23 kg more than 2004 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen Rally Raid | 2004 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Rally Raid | C5 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1427 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2760 mm |
