1994 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Citroen Rally Raid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Citroen Rally Raid would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (215 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 122 kg more than 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (316 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Citroen Rally Raid | 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Rally Raid | SLK |
Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2410 mm |