1994 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 12 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (142 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 238 kg more than 1994 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (220 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen Rally Raid | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Rally Raid | C |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2720 mm |
