1999 Citroen Pluriel vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 1834 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Pluriel.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Citroen Pluriel | 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Pluriel | Viano |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88.3 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3210 mm |