1999 Citroen Pluriel vs. 2012 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2012 Ford Expedition is newer by 13 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1655 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 2012 Ford Expedition 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 2012 Ford Expedition. 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, 2012 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Pluriel.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Citroen Pluriel | 2012 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Pluriel | Expedition |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 2651 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5621 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2002 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1974 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3327 mm |