2005 Audi A4 vs. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen Rally Raid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen Rally Raid would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1996 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (240 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 1996 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A4 | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3000 mm |
