1996 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1994 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 2 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 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 (331 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1994 Citroen Rally Raid. (296 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen Rally Raid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 426 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Aston Martin DB7. (490 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Aston Martin DB7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Aston Martin DB7 | 1994 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Citroen |
| Model | DB7 | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1994 |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3000 mm |
