1994 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1997 Lexus ES
To start off, 1997 Lexus ES is newer by 3 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Lexus ES is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1997 Lexus ES. (210 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1997 Lexus ES. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lexus ES weights approximately 78 kg more than 1994 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lexus ES. (304 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lexus ES.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen Rally Raid | 1997 Lexus ES | |
| Make | Citroen | Lexus |
| Model | Rally Raid | ES |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2680 mm |
