1994 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2011 Ford E-250
To start off, 2011 Ford E-250 is newer by 17 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2011 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-250 weights approximately 958 kg more than 1994 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford E-250. (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford E-250.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen Rally Raid | 2011 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Rally Raid | E-250 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 2410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 2154 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3505 mm |
