1999 Citroen Pluriel vs. 1999 Lexus GS
To start off, both 1999 Citroen Pluriel and 1999 Lexus GS were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lexus GS (277 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lexus GS weights approximately 1434 kg more than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Lexus GS (420 Nm) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. (110 Nm). This means 1999 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Pluriel.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Citroen Pluriel | 1999 Lexus GS | |
Make | Citroen | Lexus |
Model | Pluriel | GS |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 277 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 420 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 2430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2810 mm |