2008 BMW 116 vs. 1997 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 2008 BMW 116 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2008 BMW 116. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 245 kg more than 2008 BMW 116. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 116 | 1997 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 116 | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3000 mm |
