1994 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 14 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 2,985 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (221 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 363 kg more than 1994 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Citroen Rally Raid | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Rally Raid | CLS |
Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1815 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 |