1996 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2004 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2004 Ford Taurus is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen Rally Raid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen Rally Raid would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2004 Ford Taurus. (155 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Taurus weights approximately 27 kg more than 1996 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Taurus. (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen Rally Raid | 2004 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Rally Raid | Taurus |
Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1477 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3030 mm |