1997 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2000 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2000 Ford Ranger 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 161 more horse power than 2000 Ford Ranger. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 152 kg more than 2000 Ford Ranger. 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) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Ranger. (250 Nm). This means 1997 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Rally Raid | 2000 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Rally Raid | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2800 mm |
