1996 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 14 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Rally Raid | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Rally Raid | SL |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1298 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2560 mm |
