1994 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2012 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2012 GMC Sierra 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Sierra (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1994 Citroen Rally Raid. (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen Rally Raid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Sierra weights approximately 859 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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Sierra. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen Rally Raid | 2012 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Citroen | GMC |
| Model | Rally Raid | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 2311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2032 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3645 mm |
