1994 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 13 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 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (525 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1994 Citroen Rally Raid. (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen Rally Raid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 423 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen Rally Raid. (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Rally Raid | CL |
Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 6208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 525 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 631 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2890 mm |