1997 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2005 Lexus RX
To start off, 2005 Lexus RX is newer by 8 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2005 Lexus RX. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2005 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus RX weights approximately 460 kg more than 1997 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus RX. (296 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Rally Raid | 2005 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Citroen | Lexus |
| Model | Rally Raid | RX |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2730 mm |
