1997 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2004 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2004 Toyota MR2 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 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 154 more horse power than 2004 Toyota MR2. (142 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 385 kg more than 2004 Toyota MR2. 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 420 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Citroen Rally Raid | 2004 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Rally Raid | MR2 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2460 mm |