2009 Citroen C8 vs. 1997 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 2009 Citroen C8 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C8. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C8 weights approximately 293 kg more than 1997 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C8. (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C8 | 1997 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C8 | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3000 mm |
