1992 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 11 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 4,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1992 Citroen Rally Raid. (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen Rally Raid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 425 kg more than 1992 Citroen Rally Raid. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz S. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen Rally Raid | 2003 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Rally Raid | S |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 2890 mm |
