1999 Honda Today vs. 2007 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Today would be higher. At 1,423 cc, 2007 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Citi (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1999 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 147 kg more than 1999 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Today 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, 2007 Volkswagen Citi (119 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Citi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Today | 2007 Volkswagen Citi | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Today | Citi |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1423 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 857 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |