1996 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2007 Opel Astra
To start off, 2007 Opel Astra 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 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 158 more horse power than 2007 Opel Astra. (139 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Astra weights approximately 65 kg more than 1996 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Astra. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen Rally Raid | 2007 Opel Astra | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | Rally Raid | Astra |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2620 mm |