1997 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 1999 Subaru Legacy is newer by 2 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 173 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 135 kg more than 1999 Subaru Legacy. 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 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

1997 Citroen Rally Raid 1999 Subaru Legacy
Make Citroen Subaru
Model Rally Raid Legacy
Year Released 1997 1999
Engine Size 2499 cc 1992 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 296 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 590 Nm 176 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 1450 kg 1315 kg
Vehicle Length 4700 mm 4600 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 3000 mm 2640 mm


 

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