1992 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2009 Pontiac G8
To start off, 2009 Pontiac G8 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac G8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac G8 (414 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1992 Citroen Rally Raid. (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac G8 should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen Rally Raid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 121 kg more than 2009 Pontiac G8.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac G8. (563 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac G8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen Rally Raid | 2009 Pontiac G8 | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | Rally Raid | G8 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2920 mm |
