1994 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 11 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1994 Citroen Rally Raid. (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen Rally Raid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 439 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, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz S. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen Rally Raid | 2005 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Rally Raid | S |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1891 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2970 mm |
