1999 Citroen Pluriel vs. 2013 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sienna 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 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sienna (262 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 904 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 Toyota Sienna (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Pluriel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Pluriel | 2013 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Pluriel | Sienna |
| 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 | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 105 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1985 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1811 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3030 mm |
