1999 Citroen Pluriel vs. 2008 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2008 Renault Vel Satis 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Vel Satis (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 739 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, 2008 Renault Vel Satis (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Vel Satis 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 Vel Satis | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | Pluriel | Vel Satis |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2850 mm |