1996 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1997 Proton 300
To start off, 1997 Proton 300 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 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 222 more horse power than 1997 Proton 300. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1997 Proton 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 415 kg more than 1997 Proton 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 482 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Proton 300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Proton 300.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen Rally Raid | 1997 Proton 300 | |
Make | Citroen | Proton |
Model | Rally Raid | 300 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2450 mm |