1997 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2009 Kia Cerato
To start off, 2009 Kia Cerato is newer by 12 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 185 more horse power than 2009 Kia Cerato. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 76 kg more than 2009 Kia Cerato. 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 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Cerato. (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Citroen Rally Raid | 2009 Kia Cerato | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | Rally Raid | Cerato |
Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2620 mm |