1995 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2009 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Citroen Rally Raid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Citroen Rally Raid would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Beetle. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Beetle.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Beetle. (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen Rally Raid | 2009 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Rally Raid | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2510 mm |
