1999 Citroen Pluriel vs. 1996 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 1999 Citroen Pluriel is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volkswagen Caddy would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Pluriel (75 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Pluriel should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 84 kg more than 1999 Citroen Pluriel.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Volkswagen Caddy (125 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Pluriel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Pluriel | 1996 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Pluriel | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1850 mm |
