1994 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2008 Ford Focus
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 14 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 182 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (114 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 90 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus. 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 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen Rally Raid | 2008 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Rally Raid | Focus |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1362 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2650 mm |
