1996 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (210 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 20 kg more than 1996 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (279 Nm). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Rally Raid | 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Rally Raid | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2570 mm |
