1993 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Citroen Rally Raid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Citroen Rally Raid would be higher. At 5,439 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Rally Raid. (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Rally Raid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 559 kg more than 1993 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL (800 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Rally Raid. (590 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Rally Raid.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Rally Raid | 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Rally Raid | SL |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2009 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2570 mm |
