1991 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 9 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz A. (90 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 355 kg more than 2000 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, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz A. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen Rally Raid | 2000 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Rally Raid | A |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2430 mm |
