1999 Citroen Pluriel vs. 2011 Maserati GranTurismo
To start off, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo is newer by 12 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Maserati GranTurismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo (405 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maserati GranTurismo weights approximately 885 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 2011 Maserati GranTurismo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Maserati GranTurismo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Pluriel, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo (459 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Maserati GranTurismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Pluriel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Pluriel | 2011 Maserati GranTurismo | |
| Make | Citroen | Maserati |
| Model | Pluriel | GranTurismo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4882 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1354 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2941 mm |
