2009 Audi Q7 vs. 1997 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 12 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 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (494 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Rally Raid. (296 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Rally Raid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1155 kg more than 1997 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, 2009 Audi Q7 (1,000 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Rally Raid. (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Rally Raid.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 1997 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | Q7 | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 1000 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2605 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3000 mm |
