2005 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2009 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Impala (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Citi.
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, 2005 Chevrolet Impala (305 Nm) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (117 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Impala | 2009 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Impala | Citi |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 49 L |
