1991 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2006 Ford Escape
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 15 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 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 206 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape. 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 328 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1991 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen Rally Raid | 2006 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Rally Raid | Escape |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1244 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2630 mm |
