1999 Citroen Pluriel vs. 2008 Maybach 57
To start off, 2008 Maybach 57 is newer by 9 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 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maybach 57 (542 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 467 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1739 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 2008 Maybach 57 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Maybach 57. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Pluriel, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 790 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Pluriel.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Citroen Pluriel | 2008 Maybach 57 | |
Make | Citroen | Maybach |
Model | Pluriel | 57 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 542 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 900 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 2735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3400 mm |