2009 Audi S4 vs. 1993 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 2009 Audi S4 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Citroen Rally Raid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Citroen Rally Raid would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Rally Raid. (296 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Rally Raid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 520 kg more than 2009 Audi S4.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi S4 | 1993 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | S4 | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3000 mm |
