1996 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2012 Honda CR-Z
To start off, 2012 Honda CR-Z is newer by 16 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 175 more horse power than 2012 Honda CR-Z. (122 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda CR-Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 245 kg more than 2012 Honda CR-Z. 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 417 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda CR-Z. (173 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda CR-Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Rally Raid | 2012 Honda CR-Z | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Rally Raid | CR-Z |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4079 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2436 mm |
