1992 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2008 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus is newer by 16 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2008 Ford Taurus. (263 HP @ 6251 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 340 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus. 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 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Taurus. (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen Rally Raid | 2008 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Rally Raid | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6251 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4501 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2870 mm |
