1999 Citroen Pluriel vs. 2010 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 11 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Passat (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 571 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, 2010 Volkswagen Passat (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. 1999 Citroen Pluriel has automatic transmission and 2010 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2010 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Citroen Pluriel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Pluriel | 2010 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Pluriel | Passat |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |
