1996 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2010 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Golf 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. (170 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 104 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. 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 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen Rally Raid | 2010 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | Rally Raid | Golf |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1346 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4201 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2578 mm |