1993 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2006 Ford Ka
To start off, 2006 Ford Ka 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 228 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 484 kg more than 2006 Ford Ka. 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 484 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen Rally Raid | 2006 Ford Ka | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Rally Raid | Ka |
Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2450 mm |