1999 Citroen Pluriel vs. 2004 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2004 Porsche Cayenne 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 4,505 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Cayenne (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 375 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1434 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 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne (620 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 510 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Pluriel.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Citroen Pluriel | 2004 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | Pluriel | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 4505 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 2430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2860 mm |