1997 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2010 Ford Focus
To start off, 2010 Ford Focus is newer by 13 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 156 more horse power than 2010 Ford Focus. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 260 kg more than 2010 Ford Focus. 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 406 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Citroen Rally Raid | 2010 Ford Focus | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Rally Raid | Focus |
Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4445 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1722 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1488 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2614 mm |