1996 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 16 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 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (402 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Rally Raid. (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Rally Raid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 440 kg more than 1996 Citroen Rally Raid. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (600 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Rally Raid. (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Rally Raid.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen Rally Raid | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Rally Raid | CLS |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 402 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2875 mm |