1996 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2008 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2008 Ford Fiesta is newer by 12 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 343 kg more than 2008 Ford Fiesta.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Fiesta. (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Rally Raid | 2008 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Rally Raid | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2490 mm |
