1999 Citroen Pluriel vs. 2000 Mahindra Commander
To start off, 2000 Mahindra Commander is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Citroen Pluriel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Citroen Pluriel would be higher. At 2,112 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mahindra Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Pluriel (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2000 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Pluriel should accelerate faster than 2000 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mahindra Commander weights approximately 374 kg more than 1999 Citroen Pluriel.
Because 2000 Mahindra Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mahindra Commander will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Mahindra Commander (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Mahindra Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. 1999 Citroen Pluriel has automatic transmission and 2000 Mahindra Commander has manual transmission. 2000 Mahindra Commander 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 | 2000 Mahindra Commander | |
| Make | Citroen | Mahindra |
| Model | Pluriel | Commander |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 2112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2690 mm |
