1999 BMW 320 vs. 1997 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 1999 BMW 320 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 162 more horse power than 1999 BMW 320. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 80 kg more than 1999 BMW 320. 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 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 320. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 320 | 1997 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 320 | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 1951 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3000 mm |
