1995 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1997 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 1997 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Citroen Rally Raid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Citroen Rally Raid would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1997 Hyundai Sonata. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1997 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 190 kg more than 1997 Hyundai Sonata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 458 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Hyundai Sonata. (132 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Citroen Rally Raid | 1997 Hyundai Sonata | |
Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
Model | Rally Raid | Sonata |
Year Released | 1995 | 1997 |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2710 mm |