1997 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2002 Holden Vectra
To start off, 2002 Holden Vectra 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 151 more horse power than 2002 Holden Vectra. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Vectra weights approximately 80 kg more than 1997 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Vectra. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Rally Raid | 2002 Holden Vectra | |
| Make | Citroen | Holden |
| Model | Rally Raid | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2710 mm |
