1999 Citroen Pluriel vs. 2004 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Golf (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 352 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, 2004 Volkswagen Golf (240 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. (110 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Pluriel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Pluriel | 2004 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Pluriel | Golf |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1348 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2520 mm |
