1996 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2004 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2004 Renault Vel Satis 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 159 more horse power than 2004 Renault Vel Satis. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Vel Satis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 435 kg more than 1996 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Vel Satis. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Vel Satis.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen Rally Raid | 2004 Renault Vel Satis | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | Rally Raid | Vel Satis |
Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2187 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2880 mm |