1994 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 14 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 148 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 68 kg more than 1994 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Citroen Rally Raid | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | Rally Raid | Passat |
Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2720 mm |