1996 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2002 Citroen C-Airdream
To start off, 2002 Citroen C-Airdream is newer by 6 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C-Airdream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C-Airdream. (208 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C-Airdream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 460 kg more than 2002 Citroen C-Airdream. 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 306 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C-Airdream. (284 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C-Airdream.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Rally Raid | 2002 Citroen C-Airdream | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Rally Raid | C-Airdream |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2470 mm |
