2009 BMW 520 vs. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 2009 BMW 520 is newer by 13 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 122 more horse power than 2009 BMW 520. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 520 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1996 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 520. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 520 | 1996 Citroen Rally Raid | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 520 | Rally Raid |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 590 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3000 mm |