1996 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1997 Ford F-150
To start off, 1997 Ford F-150 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen Rally Raid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen Rally Raid would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-150. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 685 kg more than 1996 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford F-150. (467 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Rally Raid | 1997 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Rally Raid | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 5406 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 467 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3050 mm |
