1995 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2005 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger is newer by 10 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 192 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 127 kg more than 2005 Ford Ranger. 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 418 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ranger. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen Rally Raid | 2005 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Rally Raid | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1323 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2990 mm |
