1994 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2002 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2002 Porsche Boxster 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 2,685 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2002 Porsche Boxster. (217 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2002 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 192 kg more than 2002 Porsche Boxster. 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 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Porsche Boxster. (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen Rally Raid | 2002 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | Rally Raid | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2360 mm |
