1997 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 15 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (429 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Rally Raid. (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Rally Raid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 645 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (699 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Rally Raid. (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Rally Raid.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Rally Raid | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Rally Raid | CL |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 429 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2954 mm |
