1999 Citroen Pluriel vs. 1998 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1999 Citroen Pluriel is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volkswagen Passat (101 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 279 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, 1998 Volkswagen Passat (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. 1999 Citroen Pluriel has automatic transmission and 1998 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 1998 Volkswagen Passat 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:
| 1999 Citroen Pluriel | 1998 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Pluriel | Passat |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| 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 | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |
