1991 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 21 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), 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz S. (254 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz S.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (620 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen Rally Raid. (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen Rally Raid.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen Rally Raid | 2012 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Rally Raid | S |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5096 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3165 mm |
