1994 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1994 Citroen Rally Raid. (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL. (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen Rally Raid | 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Rally Raid | SL |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2570 mm |
