1997 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2005 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2005 Maserati MC12 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Maserati MC12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati MC12 (623 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 327 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Rally Raid. (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Rally Raid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 115 kg more than 2005 Maserati MC12.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Rally Raid. (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Rally Raid.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Rally Raid | 2005 Maserati MC12 | |
| Make | Citroen | Maserati |
| Model | Rally Raid | MC12 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 623 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 652 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2810 mm |
