1994 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2001 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Citroen Rally Raid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Citroen Rally Raid would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Beetle. (180 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 139 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Beetle. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Citroen Rally Raid | 2001 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | Rally Raid | Beetle |
Year Released | 1994 | 2001 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1313 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2520 mm |