1999 Citroen Pluriel vs. 2005 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2005 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 6 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 2,663 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Hardbody (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 499 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Hardbody (209 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Pluriel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Pluriel | 2005 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Pluriel | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1495 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2690 mm |
