1995 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 12 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 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL (302 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1995 Citroen Rally Raid. (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen Rally Raid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 1106 kg more than 1995 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL (700 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen Rally Raid. (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen Rally Raid.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen Rally Raid | 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Rally Raid | GL |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3080 mm |
