1991 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 17 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. (188 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 745 kg more than 1991 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1991 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen Rally Raid | 2008 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Rally Raid | R |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2990 mm |
