1993 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2007 BMW 525
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 14 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 81 more horse power than 2007 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 170 kg more than 2007 BMW 525. 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 339 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 525. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen Rally Raid | 2007 BMW 525 | |
Make | Citroen | BMW |
Model | Rally Raid | 525 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2840 mm |