1997 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2011 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2011 Seat Ibiza 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 211 more horse power than 2011 Seat Ibiza. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2011 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 422 kg more than 2011 Seat Ibiza. 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 459 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Seat Ibiza. (131 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Citroen Rally Raid | 2011 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | Rally Raid | Ibiza |
Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1028 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2470 mm |