2005 Kia K2700 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Citi

To start off, both 2005 Kia K2700 and 2005 Volkswagen Citi were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,665 cc, 2005 Kia K2700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia K2700 (83 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Citi. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia K2700 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia K2700 weights approximately 680 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Citi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Kia K2700 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Kia K2700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Citi, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Kia K2700 (176 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Citi. (108 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Kia K2700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Citi.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Kia K2700 2005 Volkswagen Citi
Make Kia Volkswagen
Model K2700 Citi
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Size 2665 cc 1423 cc
Horse Power 83 HP 72 HP
Engine RPM 4150 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 176 Nm 108 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 3800 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 3 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1530 kg 850 kg
Wheelbase Size 2380 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 49 L


 

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