1994 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2002 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2002 Honda S-MX is newer by 8 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 167 more horse power than 2002 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 122 kg more than 2002 Honda S-MX. 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 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Citroen Rally Raid | 2002 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | Rally Raid | S-MX |
Year Released | 1994 | 2002 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2510 mm |