1996 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2012 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2012 GMC Sierra 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Sierra (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Rally Raid. (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Rally Raid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Sierra weights approximately 985 kg more than 1996 Citroen Rally Raid. 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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Sierra. (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Rally Raid | 2012 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Citroen | GMC |
| Model | Rally Raid | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 353 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 6340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 4010 mm |
