1996 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1992 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Dodge Caravan would be higher. Both 1996 Citroen Rally Raid and 1992 Dodge Caravan are equipped with a 2,499 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1992 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1992 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 45 kg more than 1992 Dodge Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Dodge Caravan. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Rally Raid | 1992 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | Rally Raid | Caravan |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1992 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2860 mm |
