2003 Bentley Continental vs. 1997 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 2003 Bentley Continental is newer by 6 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Rally Raid. (296 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Rally Raid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1997 Citroen Rally Raid. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Bentley Continental (876 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Rally Raid. (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Rally Raid.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bentley Continental | 1997 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | Bentley | Citroen |
| Model | Continental | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 876 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3000 mm |
