1999 Citroen Pluriel vs. 2010 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Altima is newer by 11 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Altima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Altima weights approximately 516 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, 2010 Nissan Altima (349 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Pluriel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Pluriel | 2010 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Pluriel | Altima |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2675 mm |
