1993 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1999 Renault Megane
To start off, 1999 Renault Megane is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Citroen Rally Raid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Citroen Rally Raid would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1999 Renault Megane. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 200 kg more than 1999 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 463 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen Rally Raid | 1999 Renault Megane | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | Rally Raid | Megane |
Year Released | 1993 | 1999 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1869 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2590 mm |