1999 Citroen Pluriel vs. 2008 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2008 Renault Laguna 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Laguna weights approximately 984 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, 2008 Renault Laguna (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Pluriel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Pluriel | 2008 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Pluriel | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2750 mm |
