1994 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2011 Volkswagen GTD
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen GTD 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 128 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen GTD. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen GTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 43 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen GTD. 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 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen GTD. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen GTD.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Citroen Rally Raid | 2011 Volkswagen GTD | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | Rally Raid | GTD |
Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1409 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4213 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2578 mm |