1999 Citroen Pluriel vs. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder (256 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 980 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 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan Pathfinder (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Pluriel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Pluriel | 2013 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Pluriel | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1976 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2900 mm |
