1999 Audi TT vs. 1997 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 1999 Audi TT is newer by 2 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 118 more horse power than 1999 Audi TT. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 110 kg more than 1999 Audi TT. 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 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi TT. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi TT | 1997 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | TT | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3000 mm |
