1997 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2007 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 10 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 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 (451 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Rally Raid. (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Rally Raid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1997 Citroen Rally Raid. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Aston Martin DB9. (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Aston Martin DB9.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Citroen Rally Raid | 2007 Aston Martin DB9 | |
Make | Citroen | Aston Martin |
Model | Rally Raid | DB9 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 5935 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 451 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2750 mm |