1994 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2008 Kia Rio
To start off, 2008 Kia Rio 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 215 more horse power than 2008 Kia Rio. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 308 kg more than 2008 Kia Rio. 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 474 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Rio. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen Rally Raid | 2008 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | Rally Raid | Rio |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1144 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2420 mm |
