1990 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 17 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A. (134 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 105 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A. (185 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Citroen Rally Raid | 2007 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Rally Raid | A |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2034 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2570 mm |