1999 Citroen Pluriel vs. 2006 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2006 Kia Picanto is newer by 7 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 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Pluriel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Pluriel (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Pluriel should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Picanto weights approximately 1004 kg more than 1999 Citroen Pluriel.
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 Citroen Pluriel (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Picanto. (100 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Pluriel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Citroen Pluriel | 2006 Kia Picanto | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | Pluriel | Picanto |
Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1086 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 77 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2380 mm |