1992 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS

To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 15 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (221 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 365 kg more than 1992 Citroen Rally Raid.

Let's talk about torque, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Citroen Rally Raid 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS
Make Citroen Mercedes-Benz
Model Rally Raid CLS
Year Released 1992 2007
Engine Size 2499 cc 2987 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 296 HP 221 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 590 Nm 510 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 1600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Vehicle Weight 1450 kg 1815 kg
Vehicle Length 4700 mm 4920 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 3000 mm 2860 mm


 

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