2009 Acura RL vs. 1999 Citroen Pluriel
To start off, 2009 Acura RL is newer by 10 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 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura RL (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura RL weights approximately 856 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 2009 Acura RL 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, 2009 Acura RL 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, 2009 Acura RL (271 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Pluriel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura RL | 1999 Citroen Pluriel | |
| Make | Acura | Citroen |
| Model | RL | Pluriel |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2450 mm |
