1996 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2009 Nissan 350Z

To start off, 2009 Nissan 350Z 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan 350Z (309 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Rally Raid. (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Rally Raid.

Let's talk about torque, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan 350Z. (358 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan 350Z.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Citroen Rally Raid 2009 Nissan 350Z
Make Citroen Nissan
Model Rally Raid 350Z
Year Released 1996 2009
Engine Size 2499 cc 3498 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 297 HP 309 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 590 Nm 358 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Vehicle Length 4700 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1330 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 3000 mm 2660 mm