1994 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1996 Vector M12
To start off, 1996 Vector M12 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Citroen Rally Raid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Citroen Rally Raid would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Vector M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Vector M12 (484 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1994 Citroen Rally Raid. (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Vector M12 should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen Rally Raid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Vector M12 weights approximately 178 kg more than 1994 Citroen Rally Raid. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Vector M12. (576 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Vector M12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen Rally Raid | 1996 Vector M12 | |
| Make | Citroen | Vector |
| Model | Rally Raid | M12 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 484 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2750 mm |
