1992 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Citroen Rally Raid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Citroen Rally Raid would be higher. At 2,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1997 Mercedes-Benz S. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 440 kg more than 1992 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercedes-Benz S. (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Citroen Rally Raid | 1997 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Rally Raid | S |
Year Released | 1992 | 1997 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2410 mm |