1999 Citroen Pluriel vs. 2007 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2007 Volvo XC90 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo XC90 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 1202 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 2007 Volvo XC90 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, 2007 Volvo XC90 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, 2007 Volvo XC90 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Pluriel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Pluriel | 2007 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | Pluriel | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 2198 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2860 mm |
