1990 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2006 Kia Optima
To start off, 2006 Kia Optima is newer by 16 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 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2006 Kia Optima. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Optima weights approximately 37 kg more than 1990 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Optima. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen Rally Raid | 2006 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | Rally Raid | Optima |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1487 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2710 mm |
