1993 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 15 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G. (292 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 925 kg more than 1993 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G. (456 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Rally Raid | 2008 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Rally Raid | G |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 456 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2410 mm |
