1993 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2011 Volvo S40
To start off, 2011 Volvo S40 is newer by 18 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2011 Volvo S40. (227 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo S40 weights approximately 64 kg more than 1993 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo S40. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Rally Raid | 2011 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | Rally Raid | S40 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1514 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4475 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2639 mm |
