1994 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (303 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1994 Citroen Rally Raid. (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen Rally Raid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 433 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 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Citroen Rally Raid | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Rally Raid | CL |
Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2860 mm |