1996 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2007 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 11 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Rally Raid. (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Rally Raid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 300 kg more than 1996 Citroen Rally Raid. 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 @ 3500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Ram. (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Rally Raid | 2007 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | Rally Raid | Ram |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 4080 mm |
