1999 Citroen Pluriel vs. 2004 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 5 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 774 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 2004 Dodge Dakota 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, 2004 Dodge Dakota 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, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. (110 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Pluriel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Pluriel | 2004 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | Pluriel | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2850 mm |
