1994 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2005 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2005 Lotus Esprit is newer by 11 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 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Esprit (349 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1994 Citroen Rally Raid. (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen Rally Raid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 72 kg more than 2005 Lotus Esprit.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Esprit. (400 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen Rally Raid | 2005 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Citroen | Lotus |
| Model | Rally Raid | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 349 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2430 mm |
