1991 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2006 Suzuki Aerio
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Aerio 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 2,499 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 141 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Aerio. (155 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Aerio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 375 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Aerio. 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 384 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Aerio. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Aerio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen Rally Raid | 2006 Suzuki Aerio | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | Rally Raid | Aerio |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2490 mm |
