1997 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2009 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-9 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 3,726 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2009 Mazda CX-9. (273 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda CX-9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 121 kg more than 2009 Mazda CX-9. 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 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda CX-9. (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda CX-9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Rally Raid | 2009 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Rally Raid | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3726 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2880 mm |
