2008 BMW 320 vs. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 12 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2008 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 320 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1996 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 320. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 320 | 1996 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 320 | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3000 mm |
