2003 Opel Astra vs. 2007 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Astra (174 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Astra weights approximately 553 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.
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, 2003 Opel Astra (251 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. (118 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Astra | 2007 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Astra | Citi |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1423 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 857 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 49 L |
