1996 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2009 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2009 Toyota 4Runner 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2009 Toyota 4Runner. (236 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 265 kg more than 2009 Toyota 4Runner. 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 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota 4Runner. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Rally Raid | 2009 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Rally Raid | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2800 mm |
