1996 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is newer by 15 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (188 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 1073 kg more than 1996 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen Rally Raid | 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Rally Raid | Sprinter |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2523 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 6939 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2024 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 2731 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 4326 mm |