2001 BMW 318 vs. 1995 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 2001 BMW 318 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Citroen Rally Raid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Citroen Rally Raid would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2001 BMW 318. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 10 kg more than 2001 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 318 | 1995 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 318 | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 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 |
