1999 Citroen Pluriel vs. 1996 Honda Civic
To start off, 1999 Citroen Pluriel is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Pluriel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Civic (90 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Pluriel weights approximately 31 kg more than 1996 Honda Civic.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Honda Civic (124 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. 1999 Citroen Pluriel has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Citroen Pluriel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Citroen Pluriel | 1996 Honda Civic | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | Pluriel | Civic |
Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2630 mm |