1997 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2002 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2002 Ford Ranger 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 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 168 more horse power than 2002 Ford Ranger. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Ranger weights approximately 270 kg more than 1997 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Ranger. (207 Nm). This means 1997 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Rally Raid | 2002 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Rally Raid | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3010 mm |
