1994 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 18 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1994 Citroen Rally Raid. (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen Rally Raid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 855 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 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Ram. (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen Rally Raid | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | Rally Raid | Ram |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5817 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3569 mm |
