1994 Audi A6 vs. 1999 Citroen Pluriel
To start off, 1999 Citroen Pluriel is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A6 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A6 weights approximately 654 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 1994 Audi A6 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, 1994 Audi A6 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, 1994 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. 1999 Citroen Pluriel has automatic transmission and 1994 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 1994 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Citroen Pluriel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A6 | 1999 Citroen Pluriel | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A6 | Pluriel |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2450 mm |
