1997 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 16 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Rally Raid. (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Rally Raid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 260 kg more than 1997 Citroen Rally Raid. 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 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Aston Martin Vantage. (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Aston Martin Vantage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Rally Raid | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
| Make | Citroen | Aston Martin |
| Model | Rally Raid | Vantage |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 469 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4382 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2022 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2601 mm |
