2004 Subaru Forester vs. 2007 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Forester (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Forester weights approximately 606 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.
Because 2004 Subaru Forester 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, 2004 Subaru Forester 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, 2004 Subaru Forester (319 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. (119 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Subaru Forester | 2007 Volkswagen Citi | |
Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
Model | Forester | Citi |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1423 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 119 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 76.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 77.4 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1463 kg | 857 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 49 L |