2005 Audi A6 vs. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 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 129 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (168 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1996 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 1996 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A6 | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3000 mm |
