1994 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2003 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2003 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 9 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 68 more horse power than 2003 Mazda RX-8. (228 HP @ 8200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 27 kg more than 2003 Mazda RX-8. 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 379 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen Rally Raid | 2003 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Rally Raid | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1308 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2710 mm |
