1992 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R 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 2,987 cc, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz R. (221 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 848 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 2009 Mercedes-Benz R. (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz R.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen Rally Raid | 2009 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Rally Raid | R |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2987 cc |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3220 mm |
