1996 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2011 Cadillac DTS
To start off, 2011 Cadillac DTS is newer by 15 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2011 Cadillac DTS. (275 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2011 Cadillac DTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 368 kg more than 1996 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Cadillac DTS. (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Cadillac DTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Rally Raid | 2011 Cadillac DTS | |
| Make | Citroen | Cadillac |
| Model | Rally Raid | DTS |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1818 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5273 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2936 mm |
