1999 Citroen Pluriel vs. 2008 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2008 Suzuki XL7 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki XL7 (252 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 694 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 Suzuki XL7 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, 2008 Suzuki XL7 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, 2008 Suzuki XL7 (330 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Pluriel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Pluriel | 2008 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | Pluriel | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2860 mm |
