1997 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2012 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2012 Ford Mondeo 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2012 Ford Mondeo. (223 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 45 kg more than 1997 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Mondeo. (281 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Rally Raid | 2012 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Rally Raid | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2760 mm |
