1991 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2004 Rover 45
To start off, 2004 Rover 45 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Citroen Rally Raid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Citroen Rally Raid would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2004 Rover 45. (102 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 220 kg more than 2004 Rover 45. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Rover 45. (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen Rally Raid | 2004 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | Rally Raid | 45 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2630 mm |
