1994 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S 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 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S (384 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1994 Citroen Rally Raid. (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen Rally Raid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 488 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz S. (530 Nm @ 280 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Citroen Rally Raid | 2006 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Rally Raid | S |
Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 5461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 384 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 280 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3040 mm |