1996 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2007 Lexus GS
To start off, 2007 Lexus GS 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 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Lexus GS. (290 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus GS weights approximately 236 kg more than 1996 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus GS. (433 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Rally Raid | 2007 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Citroen | Lexus |
| Model | Rally Raid | GS |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 433 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2860 mm |
