1992 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2009 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 17 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 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 510 kg more than 1992 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen Rally Raid | 2009 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | Rally Raid | Nitro |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2770 mm |
