2009 Chevrolet Spark vs. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Spark 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 232 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Spark. (65 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 655 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Spark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 503 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Spark | 1996 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Spark | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3000 mm |
