1999 Citroen Pluriel vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (115 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 261 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 Volkswagen Golf (165 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. (110 Nm). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | Pluriel | Golf |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 165 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 93 mm |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1257 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 |