2006 Audi A4 vs. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 10 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 175 kg more than 2006 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (331 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 1996 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A4 | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3000 mm |
