2001 Citroen Osee vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen Osee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen Osee would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Citroen Osee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Osee. (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Osee.
Because 2001 Citroen Osee 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 2001 Citroen Osee. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen Osee. (272 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen Osee. 2001 Citroen Osee has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Citroen Osee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen Osee | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Osee | Golf |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1470 mm |
