1994 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2011 Lexus GS
To start off, 2011 Lexus GS 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus GS (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1994 Citroen Rally Raid. (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen Rally Raid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus GS weights approximately 423 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 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus GS. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen Rally Raid | 2011 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Citroen | Lexus |
| Model | Rally Raid | GS |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2850 mm |
