2003 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2006 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Passat (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 325 kg more than 2006 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 Volkswagen Passat (350 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. (108 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Volkswagen Passat | 2006 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Passat | Citi |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1423 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1489 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 49 L |
