1997 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 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 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 296 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 30 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Porsche 911. (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Rally Raid | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | Rally Raid | 911 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2360 mm |
