1997 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2008 Lexus LS
To start off, 2008 Lexus LS 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 4,969 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus LS (389 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Rally Raid. (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Rally Raid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus LS weights approximately 1035 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lexus LS. (522 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Rally Raid | 2008 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Citroen | Lexus |
| Model | Rally Raid | LS |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3100 mm |
