1996 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1993 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 240 kg more than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. 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 450 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Rally Raid | 1993 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Rally Raid | Passat |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1620 mm |
