2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 1994 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Citroen Rally Raid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Citroen Rally Raid would be higher. At 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 338 kg more than 1994 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (300 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS | 1994 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | CTS | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Engine Size | 3175 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3000 mm |
