1997 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2002 Acura CL
To start off, 2002 Acura CL is newer by 5 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 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2002 Acura CL. (260 HP @ 6900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura CL weights approximately 130 kg more than 1997 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura CL. (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Rally Raid | 2002 Acura CL | |
| Make | Citroen | Acura |
| Model | Rally Raid | CL |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2580 mm |
