1996 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1999 Ford Escort
To start off, 1999 Ford Escort is newer by 3 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 166 more horse power than 1999 Ford Escort. (131 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 326 kg more than 1999 Ford Escort. 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) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Escort. (178 Nm). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen Rally Raid | 1999 Ford Escort | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Rally Raid | Escort |
Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 178 Nm |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1124 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2510 mm |