1996 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1993 Lexus LS
To start off, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lexus LS would be higher. At 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1993 Lexus LS. (242 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1993 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lexus LS weights approximately 365 kg more than 1996 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lexus LS. (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Rally Raid | 1993 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Citroen | Lexus |
| Model | Rally Raid | LS |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2820 mm |
