1999 Citroen Pluriel vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla is newer by 8 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, 2007 Toyota Corolla (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 105 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, 2007 Toyota Corolla (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. 1999 Citroen Pluriel has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Corolla 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 | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Pluriel | Corolla |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 71.3 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1101 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |