1994 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2007 BMW 545
To start off, 2007 BMW 545 is newer by 13 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 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1994 Citroen Rally Raid. (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen Rally Raid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 545 weights approximately 523 kg more than 1994 Citroen Rally Raid. 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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 545. (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 545.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen Rally Raid | 2007 BMW 545 | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | Rally Raid | 545 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2840 mm |
