1999 Acura Integra vs. 2010 Volkswagen Citi

To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Acura Integra would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Acura Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Acura Integra (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. (100 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 2010 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, 1999 Acura Integra (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. 1999 Acura Integra has automatic transmission and 2010 Volkswagen Citi has manual transmission. 2010 Volkswagen Citi will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Acura Integra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Acura Integra 2010 Volkswagen Citi
Make Acura Volkswagen
Model Integra Citi
Year Released 1999 2010
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1795 cc 1595 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 100 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 172 Nm 140 Nm
Torque RPM 5200 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 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 3820 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1400 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1620 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2410 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 49 L