2000 Honda Step Wagon vs. 2009 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Step Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Step Wagon would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Step Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Step Wagon (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Step Wagon should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 82 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Step Wagon 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, 2000 Honda Step Wagon (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (125 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Step Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. 2000 Honda Step Wagon 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. 2000 Honda Step Wagon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Step Wagon | 2009 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Step Wagon | Citi |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2410 mm |
