2003 BMW 645 vs. 1994 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 2003 BMW 645 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Citroen Rally Raid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Citroen Rally Raid would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 645 (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1994 Citroen Rally Raid. (296 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen Rally Raid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 645 weights approximately 246 kg more than 1994 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, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 645. (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 645.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 645 | 1994 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 645 | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1994 |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3000 mm |
