1995 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2012 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Passat 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. (170 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 11 kg more than 1995 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1995 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Citroen Rally Raid | 2012 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | Rally Raid | Passat |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4769 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2712 mm |