1990 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 18 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz G (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1990 Citroen Rally Raid. (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen Rally Raid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 975 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz G (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen Rally Raid. (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz G 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 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Rally Raid | G |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 469 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2860 mm |
