2007 Audi A8 vs. 1995 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 2007 Audi A8 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Citroen Rally Raid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Citroen Rally Raid would be higher. At 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A8 (329 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1995 Citroen Rally Raid. (296 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen Rally Raid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A8 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1995 Citroen Rally Raid. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A8. (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A8 | 1995 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A8 | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3000 mm |
