1997 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2011 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 14 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen GTI. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen GTI.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen GTI. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen GTI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Rally Raid | 2011 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Rally Raid | GTI |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4211 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2578 mm |
