1999 Citroen Pluriel vs. 2012 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2012 GMC Acadia 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1116 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, 2012 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Pluriel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Pluriel | 2012 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Citroen | GMC |
| Model | Pluriel | Acadia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 2112 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1986 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3020 mm |
