1995 Acura Integra vs. 2009 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Acura Integra would be higher. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Acura Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura Integra (139 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 200 kg more than 1995 Acura Integra.
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, 1995 Acura Integra (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (124 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. 1995 Acura Integra 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. 1995 Acura Integra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura Integra | 2009 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
| Model | Integra | Citi |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 49 L |
