1990 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2004 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2004 Ford Explorer 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2004 Ford Explorer. (158 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Explorer weights approximately 500 kg more than 1990 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Explorer. (306 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Citroen Rally Raid | 2004 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Rally Raid | Explorer |
Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2840 mm |