1994 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 8 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 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL (493 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1994 Citroen Rally Raid. (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen Rally Raid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 498 kg more than 1994 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL (800 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen Rally Raid. (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen Rally Raid.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Citroen Rally Raid | 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Rally Raid | SL |
Year Released | 1994 | 2002 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2570 mm |