1993 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2006 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion is newer by 13 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 222 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 305 kg more than 2006 Ford Fusion. 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 480 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fusion. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Rally Raid | 2006 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Rally Raid | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2490 mm |
