1995 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 2 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 173 more horse power than 1997 Mercedes-Benz A. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 600 kg more than 1995 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercedes-Benz A. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Citroen Rally Raid | 1997 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Rally Raid | A |
Year Released | 1995 | 1997 |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1898 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2430 mm |