1993 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg

To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 20 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 806 kg more than 1993 Citroen Rally Raid.

Let's talk about torque, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg. (550 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Citroen Rally Raid 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
Make Citroen Volkswagen
Model Rally Raid Touareg
Year Released 1993 2013
Engine Size 2499 cc 3000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 296 HP 237 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 590 Nm 550 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Vehicle Weight 1450 kg 2256 kg
Vehicle Length 4700 mm 4795 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1940 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1732 mm
Wheelbase Size 3000 mm 2893 mm