1992 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2006 Volvo S40
To start off, 2006 Volvo S40 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Citroen Rally Raid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Citroen Rally Raid would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S40. (167 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 17 kg more than 2006 Volvo S40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S40. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen Rally Raid | 2006 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | Rally Raid | S40 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1433 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2650 mm |
