1997 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2007 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2007 Suzuki XL7 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki XL7. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki XL7.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki XL7. (330 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Rally Raid | 2007 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | Rally Raid | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2860 mm |
