2002 Honda Z vs. 2007 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,423 cc, 2007 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Citi (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2002 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Z weights approximately 104 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Citi.
Because 2002 Honda Z 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, 2002 Honda Z 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 (108 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Z. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Citi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Z | 2007 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Z | Citi |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1423 cc |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 49 L |
