2007 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 1999 Citroen Pluriel
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Uplander is newer by 8 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 3,884 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Uplander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Uplander (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 1364 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, 2007 Chevrolet Uplander (325 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Uplander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Pluriel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Uplander | 1999 Citroen Pluriel | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Uplander | Pluriel |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3884 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2450 mm |
