2008 Audi A5 vs. 1997 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 2008 Audi A5 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Citroen Rally Raid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Citroen Rally Raid would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2008 Audi A5. (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A5 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1997 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A5. (331 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A5 | 1997 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A5 | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3000 mm |
