1993 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2009 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2009 Nissan Altima is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Citroen Rally Raid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Citroen Rally Raid would be higher. At 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Altima. (270 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 4 kg more than 2009 Nissan Altima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Altima. (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Rally Raid | 2009 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Rally Raid | Altima |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2680 mm |
