1999 Citroen Pluriel vs. 2009 Dodge Journey
To start off, 2009 Dodge Journey is newer by 10 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Journey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Journey (235 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Journey should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Journey weights approximately 364 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 2009 Dodge Journey 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, 2009 Dodge Journey 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, 2009 Dodge Journey (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Journey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Pluriel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Pluriel | 2009 Dodge Journey | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | Pluriel | Journey |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2900 mm |
