1999 Citroen Pluriel vs. 2001 BMW Z3
To start off, 2001 BMW Z3 is newer by 2 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Z3 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW Z3 weights approximately 404 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 2001 BMW Z3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 BMW Z3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Pluriel, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 BMW Z3 (301 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Pluriel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Pluriel | 2001 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | Pluriel | Z3 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2450 mm |
