2004 BMW 120 vs. 1993 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 2004 BMW 120 is newer by 11 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2004 BMW 120. (141 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 115 kg more than 2004 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 120 | 1993 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 120 | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3000 mm |
