1994 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2006 Pontiac Torrent
To start off, 2006 Pontiac Torrent is newer by 12 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 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac Torrent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2006 Pontiac Torrent. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2006 Pontiac Torrent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 105 kg more than 2006 Pontiac Torrent. 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 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac Torrent. (286 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac Torrent.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen Rally Raid | 2006 Pontiac Torrent | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | Rally Raid | Torrent |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2860 mm |
