1999 Citroen Pluriel vs. 2013 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 14 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 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Elantra (146 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 309 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, 2013 Hyundai Elantra (178 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Pluriel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Pluriel | 2013 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | Pluriel | Elantra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2750 mm |
