1994 Hyundai Marcia vs. 2009 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Hyundai Marcia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Hyundai Marcia would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Hyundai Marcia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Hyundai Marcia (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Hyundai Marcia should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 877 kg more than 1994 Hyundai Marcia.
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, 1994 Hyundai Marcia (224 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (124 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 Hyundai Marcia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. 1994 Hyundai Marcia has automatic transmission and 2009 Volkswagen Citi has manual transmission. 2009 Volkswagen Citi will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Hyundai Marcia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Hyundai Marcia | 2009 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
| Model | Marcia | Citi |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
