1997 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2013 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 16 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 99 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen GTI. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen GTI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 74 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen GTI. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen GTI. (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen GTI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Rally Raid | 2013 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Rally Raid | GTI |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4213 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1779 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1469 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2578 mm |
