1994 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan 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, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan (1,973 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1677 more horse power than 1994 Citroen Rally Raid. (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen Rally Raid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 338 kg more than 1994 Citroen Rally Raid. 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 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Sharan. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Citroen Rally Raid | 2011 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | Rally Raid | Sharan |
Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 1973 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1904 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2919 mm |