1995 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 2,498 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 35 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco. (261 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 152 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco. (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen Rally Raid | 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Rally Raid | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1404 mm |
