1997 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1998 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1998 Citroen Xantia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Citroen Rally Raid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Citroen Rally Raid 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 207 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 165 kg more than 1998 Citroen Xantia. 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 448 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xantia. (142 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Citroen Rally Raid | 1998 Citroen Xantia | |
Make | Citroen | Citroen |
Model | Rally Raid | Xantia |
Year Released | 1997 | 1998 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2750 mm |