1992 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1992 Citroen Rally Raid. (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen Rally Raid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 716 kg more than 1992 Citroen Rally Raid. 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 @ 3500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton. (431 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen Rally Raid | 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Rally Raid | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2166 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2890 mm |
