2008 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1995 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Citroen Rally Raid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Citroen Rally Raid would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1995 Citroen Rally Raid. (296 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen Rally Raid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 752 kg more than 1995 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, 1995 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche. (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1995 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Avalanche | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2202 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3000 mm |
