1994 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2011 Ford Ka
To start off, 2011 Ford Ka 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 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 228 more horse power than 2011 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 512 kg more than 2011 Ford Ka. 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 488 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Ka. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Citroen Rally Raid | 2011 Ford Ka | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Rally Raid | Ka |
Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2310 mm |