1995 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 13 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL. (269 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 375 kg more than 1995 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen Rally Raid | 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Rally Raid | SL |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2570 mm |
