2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1999 Citroen Pluriel
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 7 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 754 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 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (489 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Pluriel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 1999 Citroen Pluriel | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Silverado | Pluriel |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6570 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2450 mm |
