1992 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 17 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1992 Citroen Rally Raid. (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen Rally Raid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 540 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (701 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen Rally Raid. (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen Rally Raid.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen Rally Raid | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Rally Raid | E |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 469 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 701 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2860 mm |
