1995 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2005 Lexus GS
To start off, 2005 Lexus GS 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2005 Lexus GS. (201 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2005 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus GS weights approximately 210 kg more than 1995 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus GS. (302 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen Rally Raid | 2005 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Citroen | Lexus |
| Model | Rally Raid | GS |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2680 mm |
