1996 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2004 Dodge Neon
To start off, 2004 Dodge Neon is newer by 8 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 66 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Neon. (231 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 135 kg more than 2004 Dodge Neon. 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) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Neon. (339 Nm). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Rally Raid | 2004 Dodge Neon | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | Rally Raid | Neon |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2670 mm |
