1997 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2008 BMW 320
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 11 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2008 BMW 320. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 320 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1997 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 320. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Rally Raid | 2008 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | Rally Raid | 320 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2730 mm |
