1999 Citroen Pluriel vs. 2009 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 10 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mini Cooper weights approximately 204 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, 2009 Mini Cooper (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. 1999 Citroen Pluriel has automatic transmission and 2009 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2009 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Citroen Pluriel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Pluriel | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Citroen | Mini |
| Model | Pluriel | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |
