1993 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2009 Mazda 6
To start off, 2009 Mazda 6 is newer by 16 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 3,725 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 6. (272 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 6 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1993 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 6. (365 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Rally Raid | 2009 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Rally Raid | 6 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2800 mm |
