1997 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2012 Citroen C3
To start off, 2012 Citroen C3 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 207 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C3. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 187 kg more than 2012 Citroen C3. 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 390 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C3. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Citroen Rally Raid | 2012 Citroen C3 | |
Make | Citroen | Citroen |
Model | Rally Raid | C3 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1263 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2470 mm |