2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1991 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Citroen Rally Raid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Citroen Rally Raid would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 189 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1991 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 1991 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Silverado | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1991 |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3000 mm |
