1996 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1988 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1988 Jeep Cherokee. (88 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1988 Jeep Cherokee.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Jeep Cherokee. (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Rally Raid | 1988 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | Rally Raid | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2580 mm |
