2007 BMW 550 vs. 1994 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 2007 BMW 550 is newer by 13 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, 2007 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1994 Citroen Rally Raid. (296 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen Rally Raid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 550 weights approximately 208 kg more than 1994 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, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 550. (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 550.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 550 | 1994 Citroen Rally Raid | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 550 | Rally Raid |
Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 590 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3000 mm |