1997 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 240 kg more than 1997 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Citroen Rally Raid | 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Rally Raid | E |
Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2860 mm |