2005 Citroen C vs. 1994 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 2005 Citroen C is newer by 11 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 272 kg more than 2005 Citroen C. 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 457 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C | 1994 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3000 mm |
