2003 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1994 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (340 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1994 Citroen Rally Raid. (296 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen Rally Raid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 68 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 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Corvette | 1994 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Corvette | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1994 |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 483 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3000 mm |
