1996 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2002 Renault Megane
To start off, 2002 Renault Megane 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (297 HP) has 223 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 220 kg more than 2002 Renault Megane. 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 484 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (106 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Rally Raid | 2002 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Rally Raid | Megane |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2490 mm |
