1996 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2013 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2013 Toyota Matrix is newer by 17 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 167 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Matrix. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Matrix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 165 kg more than 2013 Toyota Matrix. 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 416 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Matrix. (174 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Rally Raid | 2013 Toyota Matrix | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Rally Raid | Matrix |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4365 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2600 mm |
