1997 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 2,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz SL. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 310 kg more than 1997 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz SL. (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Citroen Rally Raid | 1993 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Rally Raid | SL |
Year Released | 1997 | 1993 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2520 mm |