1997 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1996 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Suzuki Samurai 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 227 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Samurai. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 520 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 487 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Citroen Rally Raid | 1996 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
Model | Rally Raid | Samurai |
Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2490 mm |