2001 Acura RL vs. 1997 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 2001 Acura RL is newer by 4 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 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2001 Acura RL. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura RL weights approximately 225 kg more than 1997 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura RL. (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura RL | 1997 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | Acura | Citroen |
| Model | RL | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3000 mm |
