1996 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1989 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Peugeot 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Peugeot 405 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) has 233 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 405. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1989 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 160 kg more than 1989 Peugeot 405. 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 468 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 405. (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Rally Raid | 1989 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | Rally Raid | 405 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2680 mm |
