1995 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Citroen Rally Raid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Citroen Rally Raid would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1996 Mercedes-Benz C. (151 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1996 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 85 kg more than 1996 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mercedes-Benz C. (220 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1995 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Citroen Rally Raid | 1996 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Rally Raid | C |
Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 151 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2970 mm |