2000 BMW 730 vs. 1997 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 2000 BMW 730 is newer by 3 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2000 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 730 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1997 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 730 | 1997 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 730 | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3000 mm |
