1992 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 10 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 4,266 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. (268 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 425 kg more than 1992 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen Rally Raid | 2002 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Rally Raid | S |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3090 mm |
