1997 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2011 Lexus CT
To start off, 2011 Lexus CT is newer by 14 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 162 more horse power than 2011 Lexus CT. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2011 Lexus CT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 30 kg more than 2011 Lexus CT. 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 398 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus CT. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus CT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Rally Raid | 2011 Lexus CT | |
| Make | Citroen | Lexus |
| Model | Rally Raid | CT |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4321 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2601 mm |
