1997 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 600 kg more than 1997 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (191 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Rally Raid | 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Rally Raid | SLK |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2410 mm |
