1996 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2011 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2011 Renault Thalia is newer by 15 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) has 193 more horse power than 2011 Renault Thalia. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 450 kg more than 2011 Renault Thalia. 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) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Thalia. (148 Nm). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Rally Raid | 2011 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Rally Raid | Thalia |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2473 mm |
