1996 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2003 Mazda 3
To start off, 2003 Mazda 3 is newer by 7 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 193 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 3. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 310 kg more than 2003 Mazda 3. 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 442 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 3. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen Rally Raid | 2003 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | Rally Raid | 3 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2610 mm |