1997 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2002 BMW X5
To start off, 2002 BMW X5 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 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW X5 (329 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Rally Raid. (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Rally Raid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW X5 weights approximately 730 kg more than 1997 Citroen Rally Raid. 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW X5. (480 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Rally Raid | 2002 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | Rally Raid | X5 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4619 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 329 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2830 mm |
