1994 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2012 Mazda 5
To start off, 2012 Mazda 5 is newer by 18 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 5. (157 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 5 weights approximately 98 kg more than 1994 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 5. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen Rally Raid | 2012 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Rally Raid | 5 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2751 mm |
