1996 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2009 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus is newer by 13 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Ford Taurus. (263 HP @ 6251 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 343 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus. 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 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Taurus. (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Rally Raid | 2009 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Rally Raid | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6251 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4501 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2870 mm |
