1996 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2005 Ford Escape
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 9 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (193 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 47 kg more than 1996 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (262 Nm). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Rally Raid | 2005 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Rally Raid | Escape |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2620 mm |
