1991 Renault TXE vs. 2009 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Renault TXE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Renault TXE would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Renault TXE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Renault TXE (94 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Renault TXE should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Citi.
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, 1991 Renault TXE (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (117 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Renault TXE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Renault TXE | 2009 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | TXE | Citi |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 1423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 49 L |
