1996 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord 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 2,499 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 144 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 82 kg more than 1996 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Rally Raid | 2005 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Rally Raid | Accord |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1532 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2630 mm |
