1997 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2005 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2005 Lotus Exige 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 2,499 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 56 more horse power than 2005 Lotus Exige. (240 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2005 Lotus Exige.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Exige. (237 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Citroen Rally Raid | 2005 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Citroen | Lotus |
Model | Rally Raid | Exige |
Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2310 mm |