1997 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2000 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xsara is newer by 3 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 188 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 284 kg more than 2000 Citroen Xsara. 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 443 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Citroen Rally Raid | 2000 Citroen Xsara | |
Make | Citroen | Citroen |
Model | Rally Raid | Xsara |
Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1166 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2550 mm |