1997 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic 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 119 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (177 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 200 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. 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 435 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Rally Raid | 2008 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Rally Raid | Civic |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1667 cc |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2690 mm |
