1997 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2005 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT 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 5,733 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Rally Raid. (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT 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 70 kg more than 2005 Porsche Carrera GT.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 590 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Rally Raid | 2005 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | Rally Raid | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2860 mm |
