1996 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 17 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 163 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. (134 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 43 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. 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 389 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. (201 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Rally Raid | 2013 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Citroen | Chevrolet |
| Model | Rally Raid | Cruze |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1407 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2685 mm |
