1991 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2012 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Citroen Rally Raid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Citroen Rally Raid would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen T5. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 860 kg more than 1991 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen T5. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen T5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen Rally Raid | 2012 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Rally Raid | T5 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3010 mm |
