1997 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Citroen Rally Raid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Citroen Rally Raid would be higher. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (309 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Rally Raid. (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Rally Raid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 955 kg more than 1997 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Rally Raid. (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Rally Raid.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Citroen Rally Raid | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | Rally Raid | Touareg |
Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4921 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 309 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2860 mm |