1997 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 15 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 153 more horse power than 2012 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 118 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1997 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 118. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Citroen Rally Raid | 2012 BMW 118 | |
Make | Citroen | BMW |
Model | Rally Raid | 118 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2660 mm |