1996 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2009 Kia Optima
To start off, 2009 Kia Optima 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 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 121 more horse power than 2009 Kia Optima. (176 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Optima.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Optima. (229 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen Rally Raid | 2009 Kia Optima | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | Rally Raid | Optima |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2730 mm |