1996 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega 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 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (125 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 260 kg more than 1996 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (241 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Rally Raid | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | Rally Raid | Omega |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2740 mm |
