2004 BMW 325 vs. 1999 Citroen Pluriel
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 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 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 714 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, 2004 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. (110 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Pluriel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 1999 Citroen Pluriel | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 325 | Pluriel |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 77 mm |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |
