1999 Citroen Pluriel vs. 2005 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2005 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 6 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 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 639 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Suzuki XL7 (250 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. (110 Nm). This means 2005 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Pluriel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Pluriel | 2005 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | Pluriel | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2810 mm |
