1992 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Citroen Rally Raid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Citroen Rally Raid would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (170 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 50 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (226 Nm). This means 1992 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen Rally Raid | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Rally Raid | Passat |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2710 mm |
