1996 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2005 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mariner 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (297 HP) has 96 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (201 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 121 kg more than 1996 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (262 Nm). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Rally Raid | 2005 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | Rally Raid | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1571 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2630 mm |
