1996 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2011 Nissan Quest

To start off, 2011 Nissan Quest 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Quest. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Quest weights approximately 541 kg more than 1996 Citroen Rally Raid.

Let's talk about torque, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Quest. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Quest.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Citroen Rally Raid 2011 Nissan Quest
Make Citroen Nissan
Model Rally Raid Quest
Year Released 1996 2011
Engine Size 2499 cc 3500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 297 HP 260 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 590 Nm 325 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 1450 kg 1991 kg
Vehicle Length 4700 mm 5100 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1971 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1816 mm
Wheelbase Size 3000 mm 3000 mm