1990 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Citroen Rally Raid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Citroen Rally Raid would be higher. At 5,982 cc, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (604 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1990 Citroen Rally Raid. (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen Rally Raid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 245 kg more than 1990 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (1,001 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen Rally Raid. (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen Rally Raid.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Citroen Rally Raid | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Rally Raid | CL |
Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 5982 cc |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 604 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 1001 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2890 mm |