1996 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2009 Ford E-150
To start off, 2009 Ford E-150 is newer by 13 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 484 kg more than 2009 Ford E-150. 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 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford E-150. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Rally Raid | 2009 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Rally Raid | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3510 mm |
