1996 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E 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 149 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 335 kg more than 1996 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen Rally Raid | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Rally Raid | E |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2970 mm |