2005 BMW 318 vs. 1992 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 2005 BMW 318 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Citroen Rally Raid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Citroen Rally Raid would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2005 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 55 kg more than 2005 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 318. (201 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 318 | 1992 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 318 | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| 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 | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3000 mm |
