1994 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2005 Renault Megane
To start off, 2005 Renault Megane 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 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 178 more horse power than 2005 Renault Megane. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 27 kg more than 2005 Renault Megane. 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 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Megane. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen Rally Raid | 2005 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Rally Raid | Megane |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2770 mm |
