1997 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2003 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2003 Pontiac GTO is newer by 6 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 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Pontiac GTO (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Rally Raid. (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Rally Raid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 240 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Pontiac GTO. (495 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Pontiac GTO.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Citroen Rally Raid | 2003 Pontiac GTO | |
Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
Model | Rally Raid | GTO |
Year Released | 1997 | 2003 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 5664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2750 mm |