1996 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 16 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. (138 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. (200 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Rally Raid | 2012 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Citroen | Chevrolet |
| Model | Rally Raid | Cruze |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2685 mm |
