1996 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2010 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2010 Ford Taurus is newer by 14 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 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 2010 Ford Taurus. (263 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Taurus weights approximately 371 kg more than 1996 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Taurus. (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Rally Raid | 2010 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Rally Raid | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1821 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2868 mm |
