2002 Audi A8 vs. 1993 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 2002 Audi A8 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Citroen Rally Raid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Citroen Rally Raid would be higher. At 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2002 Audi A8. (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A8 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1993 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A8. (225 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A8 | 1993 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A8 | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 3936 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3000 mm |
