2000 Acura NSX vs. 2007 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura NSX would be higher. At 3,178 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura NSX weights approximately 603 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Acura NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Citi, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Acura NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. (118 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Acura NSX | 2007 Volkswagen Citi | |
Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
Model | NSX | Citi |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3178 cc | 1423 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 857 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 49 L |