1994 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2011 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 17 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 158 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. (138 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 87 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. 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 390 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. (200 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen Rally Raid | 2011 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Citroen | Chevrolet |
| Model | Rally Raid | Cruze |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2685 mm |
