1997 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 13 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Rally Raid. (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Rally Raid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 652 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL. (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Rally Raid | 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Rally Raid | CL |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2102 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5065 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2954 mm |
