1997 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1993 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 38 kg more than 1997 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Rally Raid | 1993 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Rally Raid | Xantia |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2750 mm |
