1999 Citroen Pluriel vs. 2002 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2002 Subaru Outback is newer by 3 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Subaru Outback (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Subaru Outback weights approximately 494 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.
Because 2002 Subaru Outback 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, 2002 Subaru Outback 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, 2002 Subaru Outback (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Pluriel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Pluriel | 2002 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | Pluriel | Outback |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |
