1993 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod
To start off, 2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod is newer by 8 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod (469 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Rally Raid. (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Rally Raid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 148 kg more than 2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod. (178 Nm). This means 1993 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Rally Raid | 2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Rally Raid | XR 8 Xplod |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 469 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1302 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2620 mm |
