1993 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 19 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. (168 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Rally Raid | 2012 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Rally Raid | C |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2143 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4606 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1459 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2760 mm |
