2005 BMW 525 vs. 1999 Citroen Pluriel
To start off, 2005 BMW 525 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 690 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 2005 BMW 525 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, 2005 BMW 525 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, 2005 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Pluriel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 525 | 1999 Citroen Pluriel | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 525 | Pluriel |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2450 mm |
