1999 Citroen Pluriel vs. 2003 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2003 Seat Ibiza is newer by 4 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 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Pluriel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Pluriel (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2003 Seat Ibiza. (63 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Pluriel should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 19 kg more than 1999 Citroen Pluriel.
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, 2003 Seat Ibiza (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. 1999 Citroen Pluriel has automatic transmission and 2003 Seat Ibiza has manual transmission. 2003 Seat Ibiza 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 | 2003 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | Pluriel | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |
