1997 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2006 Lexus RX
To start off, 2006 Lexus RX is newer by 9 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 3,308 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2006 Lexus RX. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus RX weights approximately 97 kg more than 1997 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus RX. (323 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Rally Raid | 2006 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Citroen | Lexus |
| Model | Rally Raid | RX |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3308 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1547 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2720 mm |
