1997 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2012 Volvo C30
To start off, 2012 Volvo C30 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2012 Volvo C30. (227 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2012 Volvo C30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo C30 weights approximately 1 kg more than 1997 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo C30. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo C30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Rally Raid | 2012 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | Rally Raid | C30 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2639 mm |
