1997 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2004 Ford Freestar
To start off, 2004 Ford Freestar is newer by 7 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2004 Ford Freestar. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Freestar weights approximately 489 kg more than 1997 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Freestar. (357 Nm). This means 1997 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Rally Raid | 2004 Ford Freestar | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Rally Raid | Freestar |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3200 mm |
