1994 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 16 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1994 Citroen Rally Raid. (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen Rally Raid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 569 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 2010 Mercedes-Benz S. (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen Rally Raid | 2010 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Rally Raid | S |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 5500 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 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 2021 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3165 mm |
