1999 Toyota Yaris vs. 2006 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,423 cc, 2006 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Yaris (84 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 199 kg more than 1999 Toyota Yaris.
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 Toyota Yaris (131 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. (108 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Toyota Yaris | 2006 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Yaris | Citi |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 1423 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 49 L |
