1995 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS is newer by 17 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2012 Cadillac CTS. (270 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2012 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 298 kg more than 1995 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1995 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen Rally Raid | 2012 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Citroen | Cadillac |
| Model | Rally Raid | CTS |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2880 mm |
