1997 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 10 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (228 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Rally Raid | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Rally Raid | SLK |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2440 mm |
