1996 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen Rally Raid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen Rally Raid would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz A. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 255 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz A. (155 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Rally Raid | 2005 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Rally Raid | A |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1689 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2570 mm |
