1997 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Citroen Rally Raid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Citroen Rally Raid would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (363 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Rally Raid. (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Rally Raid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 185 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Citroen Rally Raid | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Rally Raid | C |
Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 363 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2720 mm |