1990 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2004 MG TF
To start off, 2004 MG TF 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2004 MG TF. (158 HP @ 6900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2004 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 260 kg more than 2004 MG TF. 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 416 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MG TF. (174 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen Rally Raid | 2004 MG TF | |
| Make | Citroen | MG |
| Model | Rally Raid | TF |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2380 mm |
