1993 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK (355 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Rally Raid. (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Rally Raid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 90 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, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Rally Raid | 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Rally Raid | SLK |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2440 mm |
