1999 Citroen Pluriel vs. 2012 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Equator 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Equator (152 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Pluriel weights approximately 21 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Equator.
Because 2012 Suzuki Equator 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 Suzuki Equator. 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 Suzuki Equator (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. 1999 Citroen Pluriel has automatic transmission and 2012 Suzuki Equator has manual transmission. 2012 Suzuki Equator will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Citroen Pluriel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Pluriel | 2012 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | Pluriel | Equator |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3200 mm |
