1996 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2007 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Swift 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 196 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Swift. (101 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 395 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Swift. 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 457 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Swift. (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen Rally Raid | 2007 Suzuki Swift | |
Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
Model | Rally Raid | Swift |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2390 mm |