1997 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Rally Raid. (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Rally Raid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 80 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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Porsche 911. (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Citroen Rally Raid | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | Rally Raid | 911 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1311 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2350 mm |