2003 Toyota Sienna vs. 2009 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Sienna (173 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 602 kg more than 2003 Toyota Sienna.
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 Toyota Sienna (294 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (124 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. 2003 Toyota Sienna 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. 2003 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Toyota Sienna | 2009 Volkswagen Citi | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Sienna | Citi |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1423 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2410 mm |