1999 Citroen Pluriel vs. 2011 Volvo V70
To start off, 2011 Volvo V70 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 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo V70 (235 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo V70 weights approximately 602 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 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Pluriel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Pluriel | 2011 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | Pluriel | V70 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2820 mm |
