1994 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1997 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 1997 Nissan Maxima 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Maxima. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 107 kg more than 1997 Nissan Maxima. 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 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Maxima. (177 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Citroen Rally Raid | 1997 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | Rally Raid | Maxima |
Year Released | 1994 | 1997 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2710 mm |