1996 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2002 Noble M12
To start off, 2002 Noble M12 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 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Noble M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Noble M12 (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Rally Raid. (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Rally Raid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 400 kg more than 2002 Noble M12.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Noble M12. (485 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Noble M12.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen Rally Raid | 2002 Noble M12 | |
Make | Citroen | Noble |
Model | Rally Raid | M12 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 485 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2440 mm |