1991 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 21 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2012 BMW X5. (244 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1991 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW X5. (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1991 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen Rally Raid | 2012 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | Rally Raid | X5 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2933 mm |
